6515--Blood Diversion Devices

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 22 is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) for blood diversion devices to be used at the VA San Diego Healthcare System. The solicitation seeks sources capable of providing Kurin brand devices or equivalent medical products with specific technical requirements, including FDA clearance, passive sidelining of 0.15ml initial blood draw, and compatibility with closed system peripheral IV systems. Respondents must submit detailed capability statements by January 3, 2025, at 4:00 PM Pacific Time via email to Bridgett Sharma. Evaluation criteria will include business size status under NAICS 339112, manufacturer/distributor capabilities, compliance with the Buy American Act, FDA clearances, delivery lead times, available contract vehicles, and pricing information. Interested vendors must be registered in SAM.gov and provide their Unique Entity ID as part of their response.

The procurement does not have a specific set-aside designation and is open to all qualified vendors. The VA is seeking to procure 24 cases of 21-gauge push button safety needles, 12 cases of 23-gauge push button safety needles, and 24 cases of IV connection devices, with each case containing 200 units. This RFI is primarily for market research and planning purposes, and while it does not guarantee a future contract, it signals potential procurement opportunities in the medical device sector. The solicitation falls under NAICS category 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing) and Product Service Code 6515 (Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies). Responses will help the VA assess market capabilities and potentially inform future competitive solicitations for these medical devices.