6515--Brand name or equal to Zimmer Hip and Knee Instrument Trays

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 4 is seeking brand name or equal Zimmer Hip and Knee Instrument Trays for the Lebanon VA Medical Center through solicitation 36C24425Q0837. The procurement encompasses a comprehensive set of 278 different surgical instrument and equipment line items from manufacturers like Zimmer Biomet and Oxford, specifically designed for orthopedic surgical procedures including specialized trays, templates, guides, drills, and other surgical tools in various sizes and configurations for knee and hip surgeries. The solicitation falls under NAICS code 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,000 employees and requires delivery within 45 days after award. The evaluation methodology will consider multiple factors including price, authorized distributor status, technical specifications, delivery timeframe, and warranty provisions. The original quote submission deadline of July 31, 2025 at 4:00 PM EDT has been amended and extended to August 4, 2025 at 4:00 PM EDT due to discrepancies in the System for Award Management (SAM) regarding the original closing date.

This procurement does not utilize any set-aside designations and is unrestricted, allowing all qualified vendors to compete for the opportunity. The solicitation specifically targets brand name Zimmer products or approved equivalents, indicating that authorized distributors of these medical device manufacturers will likely be the primary competitors. While specific award values are not disclosed in the available documentation, the substantial scope of 278 different instrument line items suggests a significant procurement value for this specialized medical equipment. The procurement is designated for the Lebanon VA Medical Center, indicating that performance will be focused on supporting orthopedic surgical capabilities at this specific Veterans Affairs healthcare facility. The 45-day delivery requirement after contract award demonstrates the urgent operational need for these surgical instruments to support ongoing medical services for veterans.