6515- Mini Retractor Tray

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 22 is seeking potential suppliers for a Mini Retractor System through a Sources Sought Notice (RFI). The solicitation targets medical device manufacturers under NAICS code 339112, focusing on a multi-plane, multi-positional hands-free retraction system compatible with various surgical specialties and patient body types. Key system requirements include a mountable design, flexible frame arms, low-profile configuration, 360-degree operative site enclosure, and quick blade replacement capabilities. Vendors are expected to provide detailed responses addressing business size, manufacturing capabilities, FDA clearances, lead times, and pricing information by March 20, 2025, at 4:00 PM Pacific Time. The VA will use these responses exclusively for market research and acquisition planning, with a preference for solutions similar to the Integra Omni Retractor System.

The solicitation does not include a specific set-aside designation, indicating it is open to all qualified vendors meeting the size standard of 1,000 employees. While no incumbent contractor is explicitly mentioned, the RFI suggests the VA is seeking innovative medical device solutions for surgical retraction systems. No specific award value or budget range is currently disclosed in the document. The procurement process will involve a comprehensive evaluation of vendor capabilities, with submissions to be emailed directly to contract specialist Hayley Nuno at the VA San Diego Healthcare System. Potential suppliers are encouraged to submit comprehensive capabilities statements demonstrating how their proposed solutions meet or exceed the draft technical characteristics outlined in the RFI.