36C25625Q1102_1.docx

SUBJECT*

RALS-Web3 GEMr PremerTM 5000 Module and License (12 mos)

GENERAL INFORMATION

NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 16

ALEXANDRIA VA HEALTH CARE SYSTEM

PO BOX 69004

ALEXANDRIA LA 71306-9004

POINT OF CONTACT*

FELICIA LOVELADY

FELICIA.LOVELADY@VA.GOV

PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

MICHAEL EL DEBAKEY VAMC

EYE CLINIC

2002 HOLCOMBE BLVD

HOUSTON TX

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

AGENCY’S URL

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AGENCY CONTACT’S EMAIL ADDRESS

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Sources Sought Notice

Sources Sought Notice

DESCRIPTION

Sources Sought Notice

Released pursuant to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 10: Market Research, this is a Request for Information.

Purpose: Department of Veterans Affairs – Galilei G4 or equal

In an effort to enhance opportunities for Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) as required by Public Law 109-461, specifically the Veterans First Contracting Program, NCO16 is performing preliminary market research to identify interested, qualified, capable, SDVOSB and VOSB firms possessing the capacity necessary to compete for a VHA procurement opportunity. In case no SDVOSBs or VOSBs possess the capacity, all Small Businesses possessing the necessary capacity are encouraged to provide a response.

Results of the preliminary market research will be used to determine the potential future solicitation’s set-aside requirement.

This source sought notice is issued solely for informational, market research, and planning purposes. It does not constitute an Invitation for Bid (IFB), Request for Quote (RFQ), Request for Proposal, or a promise to issue a subsequent RFQ/IFB/RFP. Currently, no solicitation document exists. Issuance of this notice does not establish any obligation on the part of the Government and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government, implied or otherwise, to issue a solicitation or award a contract. In addition, respondents are advised that the United States Government is under no obligation to pay for any information or administrative cost incurred in response to this notice. At this time, proprietary information is not being requested. Respondents shall refrain from including proprietary information in responses to this notice.

The Department of Veterans Affairs anticipates awarding a one-time, Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) Contract.

Scope Summary:

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 16 (NCO 16) has a requirement for Galilei G4 or equal analyzer at the Houston VAMC. The forthcoming solicitation will require a contractor to meet the requirements and to provide the required outcome in terms of overall quality, timeliness, and documentation. The Contractor shall supply, install, and provide all required electrical interfacing so all ophthalmic equipment operates as one unit. The contractor shall provide training to all staff members (and staff support members) who will be utilizing these ophthalmic exam lanes and meet all requirements as outlined in the Statement of Work (SOW).

Requested Information:

1. Please provide a positive statement of interest in submitting a quote based on the general scope summary above.

2. Please identify your firm’s small business category. If your firm is either SDVOSB or VOSB, please state whether you are currently verified as an SDVOSB in VetCert at https://veterans.certify.sba.gov. based upon North American Industry Classification System code (NAICS) 339112.

3. Please provide a capability statement. Describe your firm’s in-house capability to accomplish the summarized scope/goal.

4. Please state your firm's name, address, DUNS and CAGE number, and primary point of contact, including telephone number(s) and email address.

5. If your firm has an active GSA contract for this equipment, please respond and provide the GSA contract number. A separate Sources Sought Notice will not be posted on GSA.

Response Submission:

Please submit your information via email to Felicia Lovelady, Contracting Officer at felicia.lovelady@va.gov, by the closing date and time listed. Please limit your responses to three (3) pages and please include the following as the subject line of your email: 36C25625Q1102 – GALILEI G4 ANALYZER - SOURCES SOUGHT RESPONSE

Please do not include advertising or promotional materials.

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.