36C25526Q0352_Sources Sought Notice.pdf

Sources Sought Notice

*= Required Field Sources Sought Notice

SUBJECT* Medical Carts with BCMA Mounting | STL (Jefferson Barracks) VAMC

GENERAL INFORMATION

CONTRACTING OFFICE’S ZIP CODE* 66048

SOLICITATION NUMBER* 36C25526Q0352

RESPONSE DATE/TIME/ZONE 04-29-2026 11:00 AM CENTRAL TIME,

CHICAGO, USA

ARCHIVE 15 DAYS AFTER THE RESPONSE DATE

RECOVERY ACT FUNDS N

SET-ASIDE

PRODUCT SERVICE CODE* 6515

NAICS CODE* 339112

CONTRACTING OFFICE ADDRESS Department of Veterans Affairs

Network Contracting Office (NCO) 15

3450 S 4th Street Trafficway

Leavenworth KS 66048

POINT OF CONTACT*

Cory Rosene cory.rosene@va.gov

PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

ADDRESS Department of Veterans Affairs

St. Louis VA Medical Center | Jefferson Barracks

1 Jefferson Barracks Dr.

St. Louis MO

POSTAL CODE 63125

COUNTRY

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

AGENCY’S URL

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AGENCY CONTACT’S EMAIL ADDRESS

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DESCRIPTION

THIS REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)/SOURCES SOUGHT

DISCLAIMER

This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. All information received in response to this RFI that is marked as proprietary will be handled accordingly. Responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this

RFI.

The submission of pricing, capabilities for planning purposes, and other market information is highly encouraged and allowed under this RFI In Accordance With (IAW) FAR Part 15.201(e).

SOURCES SOUGHT DESCRIPTION

This is NOT a solicitation announcement. This is a RFI/sources sought only. The purpose of this sources sought/RFI is to gain knowledge of potential qualified sources and their size classification relative to NAICS 339112. Responses to this sources sought will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. After review of the responses to this sources sought, a solicitation announcement may be published. Responses to this sources sought synopsis are not considered adequate responses for a solicitation announcement.

The information identified below is intended to be descriptive, not restrictive, and to indicate the quality of the supplies/services that will be satisfactory. It is the responsibility of the interested source to demonstrate to the government that the interested parties can provide the supplies/services that fulfill the required specifications, or brand name equal.

If you are interested and are capable of providing the sought out supplies/services, please provide the requested information as well as the information indicated below. Response to this notice should include company name, address, point of contact, size of business pursuant to the following questions:

Please indicate the size status and representations of your business, such as but not limited to: Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB), Hubzone, Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB), Large Business, etc.).

Is your company considered small under the NAICS code identified under this RFI?

Are you the manufacturer, distributor, or an equivalent solution to the items being referenced?

What is the Country of Manufacture for the items being referenced?

Does your company have an FSS contract with GSA, VA NAC, NASA SEWP, or any other federal contract, that can be utilized to procure the requirement listed above? If so, please provide the contract number.

Please submit your capabilities that show clear, compelling, and convincing evidence that you can meet the requirement described in the attached SOW.

Please provide your SAM UEI number.

Responses to this notice shall be submitted via email to Cory Rosene at cory.rosene@va.gov. Telephone responses shall not be accepted. If a solicitation is issued it shall be announced at a later date, and all interested parties must respond to that solicitation announcement separately from the responses to this sources sought. Responses to this sources sought notice are not a request to be added to a prospective bidders list or to receive a copy of the solicitation

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), VISN 15 Network Contracting Office, is seeking sources that can provide the following;

Statement of Work

Background

The Saint Louis VA Healthcare System (STLVAHCS) intends to enhance its Bar Code Medication Administration (BCMA) equipment system by adding additional equipment to meet their outpatient clinic orders. This includes purchasing new medication carts as integrated units with mounting capability for computers, monitors, keyboards, card readers, scanners, mice, and 5-year batteries.

Requirement and Salient Characteristics

• Requirement o 60 carts with no network connectivity o Must be serviceable by VA Staff o Capable of being cleaned with standard facility cleaners and wipes o Must be capable of mounting current computers/laptops

• General Construction o Mobile and height-adjustable design with locking casters o Durable, medical-grade construction for continuous use o Ergonomic design o Mounts for:

▪ PIV Reader

▪ Antenna

▪ Integration Kit

▪ Electronic signature Pad

▪ Cup Dispenser

▪ Sani-Wipe Holders

▪ BCMA Scanner

▪ Computers/Monitors

▪ Mouse and Keyboard

▪ Batteries

• Medication Storage o Minimum 3x3 bin configuration for secure medication storage o Lockable storage compartments compliant with VA security policies o Support for modular accessories such as:

▪ Cup holders

▪ Sani-wipe dispensers

▪ Sharps containers

• Power Management o Integrated rechargeable power system supporting a full clinical shift (8-12 hours) o Battery system shall have support hot-swappable for continuous operation mailto:cory.rosene@va.gov o Visual battery status indicators

• Technology Integration o Secure mounting for laptops, tablets, and/or all-in-one computing devices o Integrated cable management to minimize hazards

• Infection Control and Safety o Non-porous, medical-grade materials resistant to hospital grade disinfectants o Smooth, cleanable surfaces for infection control

(End of Statement of Work)