RFI - heated high_flow respiratory support systems.pdf

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION

VISN 23 is requesting information for companies who offer the following goods or equivalent.

THIS IS A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) ONLY: The market research is looking to identify potential vendors who have the capabilities to offer the following: Heated high‑flow respiratory support systems brand name or equal to Fisher & Paykel Airvo 3

A. Description & Salient Characteristics:

The device must:

• Provide heated and humidified high‑flow therapy up to at least 70 L/min

• Integrated flow generator (no external compressor required)

• Adjustable temperature settings within clinically valid ranges (including a typical range of approximately 31°C–37°C)

• Integrated oxygen blending up to 100% FiO₂

• FiO₂ blending accuracy within clinically acceptable tolerances (approximately ±3% or better)

• Compatible with Optiflow+ patient interfaces

• Real‑time monitoring display (temperature, flow, FiO₂)

• Approved disinfection/sterilization compatibility

• Audible and visual alarms (disconnection, temperature, flow, system faults)

• Quiet operation suitable for patient care areas

• Capable of continuous operation

• FDA‑cleared for high‑flow oxygen therapy

• Alarm system performance compliant with applicable medical device alarm standards (e.g., IEC

60601‑1‑8)

• Certified for inpatient hospital use

• Exterior surfaces compatible with VA‑approved disinfectants

• Minimum 1‑year warranty (parts and labor)

• Minimal annual maintenance

• Manufacturer technical support included

• Must operate on standard hospital AC power (100–240 V) with a medical‑grade power supply

• Must support pole‑mounted operation suitable for movement within inpatient environments

• The accessories included must be:

o One humidification chamber per unit o Airvo‑compatible breathing circuits o One adult Optiflow+ nasal cannula starter set per unit o Compatibility with standard wall oxygen o All manufacturer‑required tubing, cables, power supplies included o Breathing circuits must be single‑patient‑use and compatible with VA infection‑control protocols

The Buy American Act applies to this requirement. In your responses you must include the place of manufacture for the above items or equal items that can satisfy this requirement.

NAICS: 339112

If your company sells the Equipment listed above, please contact me at Joshua.Imdacha@va.gov and provide the following information and any additional information that you deem pertinent:

Company Name

POC Phone Number

Email Address

Product(s) Duns Business Size

BUY AMERICAN ACT

The Buy American Act applies to this requirement. In your responses you must include the place of manufacture for the above items or equal items that can satisfy this requirement. Responses to this notice that do not contain this required info will not be considered.

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. In accordance with FAR 15.201(e), 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.

Thank you, Joshua Imdacha Contracting Officer mailto:Joshua.Imdacha@va.gov

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