4240--Confined Space Rescue Equipment - Brand Name Only | VA Maryland Health Care System

This solicitation requests quotes for confined space rescue equipment on behalf of the Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 5. The required equipment is identified by brand name only and includes omni pulley systems, rope bags, static ropes, prusik cords, harnesses, carabiners, descent control devices, multi-function headlamps, personal rescue kits, and portable artificial high directionals. Quotes are due by March 13, 2024 and award is estimated for March 26, 2024. Pricing is to be provided by line item. The solicitation is not set aside and requests an authorized distributor letter for all offered products.

A justification cites market research showing equivalent products are unavailable and the identified brand is necessary to maintain standardization within the agency's existing inventory. The contracting officer certified the justification as accurate based on this research and the need for standardization. Performance will be at the Department of Veterans Affairs facilities within Veterans Integrated Service Network 5.