6515--NX EQ Cast Saw (VA-26-00054791)

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DESCRIPTION

The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Non-Expendable Equipment National Program has identified the Cast Saw product line as a candidate for a VA-wide (otherwise referred to as national ) single Requirements contract award.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) Office of Procurement, Acquisition and Logistics (OPAL) Strategic Acquisition Center (SAC) on behalf of VHA is issuing this Sources Sought Notice in accordance with the FAR 10.002(b)(2) to determine the availability and technical capabilities of qualified sources.

The SAC in conjunction with VHA is seeking a qualified source to provide De Soutter CleanCast or equal Cast Saw on an agency wide basis. VA intends to award a Requirements Contract with Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) orders IAW FAR 16.503, Requirements Contract to a supplier of this equipment. Vendors will be required to deliver the Cast Saw to VA medical centers and facilities throughout the United States and its territories.

The anticipated period of performance is for one 12-month base period with four 12-month option periods from the date of award. However, the Government's decision as to whether to continue with the contract, upon annual review, will be based upon successful performance during each previous year and continued need. The Contractor must demonstrate the ability to meet all requirements for the solicitation.

The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for Cast Saw is 339113 Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing, Product Service Code: 6515 Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies and the associated size standard is 800 employees. The FAR Provision found at 52.204-7(b)(1) requires that All interested Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov prior to submitting an offer or quotation. You may access the website at SAM.gov | Home. All offerors must be certified with the appropriate NAICS code on the SAM website. All SDVOSB/VOSB offerors must be verified in the SBA database at: https://veterans.certify.sba.gov/#search at the time of quote submission.

Submissions for this source sought shall be submitted by email no later than April 23th, 2026, at 4:30 PM ET to all the following:

Michael.Andrews6@va.gov

Kimberly.LeMieux@va.gov

This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a commitment on the part of the Government to award a contract, nor does the Government intend to pay for any information submitted as a result of this notice. This Sources Sought Notice is part of a continuous process for obtaining the latest information on the commercial status of the industry with respect to their current and near-term abilities. The information provided herein is subject to change and in no way binds the Government to solicit for, or award, a competitive contract. It is emphasized that this is a notice solely for planning and informational purposes.

2.0 SCOPE

Cast Saws are designed to cut plaster and/or synthetic (e.g., fiberglass, polyester cloth impregnated with resin) casts. Cast saws are available as handheld, manual instruments with a serrated blade and a handle or, less frequently, as stationary, powered (e.g., electric, pneumatic) instruments that can drive serrated blades. Cast saws are used to cut casts using dedicated plaster or fiberglass blades for cast removal, creation of a hinged cast, or to open a window in the cast to view underlying tissue. The following Contract Line-Items Number (CLIN) are being considered:

Contract Line Items

Manufacturer

Part Number

Description

0001

CleanCast

1293004

CC7 SYSTEM EXTRACTOR - 120V USA PLUG

0002

CleanCast

1292554

CC7 CAST SAW - 2m CABLE VAC

0003

CleanCast

19600

EXTRACTOR HOSE KIT 2M - CC7

0004

CleanCast

Warranty12

ADDITIONAL 12-MONTH MANUFACTURER WARRANTY

(PER CC7 SAW)

0005

CleanCast

Warranty24

ADDITIONAL 24-MONTH MANUFACTURER WARRANTY

(PER CC7 SAW)

0006

CleanCast

1292664

CC8 CAST SAW - 2m CABLE NON VAC

0007

CleanCast

20050

PS8 POWER SUPPLY

0008

CleanCast

8310

MAINS CABLE BC/PS-USA PLUG

0009

CleanCast

20240

CAST BLADE - CC7/8 - 64mm DIA - ION NITRIDE COATED (BLADES - Sold In Boxes of 5 For use with CC7 and CC8 cast saws)

0010

CleanCast

670123

HEPA DUST BAG (PACK OF 10) - CC7 EXTRACTOR

0011

CleanCast

1286774

CSB-100-A BATTERY CAST SAW SYSTEM COMPLETE

0012

CleanCast

6250

CAST BLADE 64mm DIA (BLADES - Sold In Boxes of 5 For use with CSB-100 Cast Saw)

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking vendors who can provide De Soutter CleanCast or equal Cast Saws as listed above or equal commodities which meets all the following Salient Characteristics (SC):

CLINs 0001, 0006, 0011 apply to the following SC s

SC #

SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS

METHOD OF EVALUATION

SC 1

Must be designed specifically for cast removal

Literature Review

SC 2

Must utilize interchangeable blades

Literature Review

SC 3

Handpiece must weigh less than 5 lbs.

Literature Review

SC 6

Able to operate on 100-120VAC, 50-60Hz

Literature Review

CLIN 0001 apply to the following SC

SC #

SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS

METHOD OF EVALUATION

SC 5

Compatible with dust extractor/vacuum

Literature Review

CLIN 0002 apply to the following SCs

SC #

SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS

METHOD OF EVALUATION

SC 1

Must be designed specifically for cast removal

Literature Review

SC 4

Unit is mobile (on wheels/casters/etc.)

Literature Review

SC 6

Able to operate on 100-120VAC, 50-60Hz

Literature Review

For each product (brand name and part number), the response must include descriptive literature demonstrating the product meets or exceeds the salient characteristics specified above.

The Government's intent is to include all ancillary items to ensure the equipment can function as designed by the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and as clinically required. Vendors are encouraged to provide any product solution or configuration so long as they meet the salient characteristics. Additionally, responses can include any additional product that may be beneficial. These items must be clearly identified by brand name and part number.

Responses to this Sources Sought Notice shall include the following:

Company information

Full name and address of company

SAM Unique Entity Identifier (UEI)

Business size

If authorized distributor, provide evidence that your firm is an authorized distributor for the OEM of the products proposed.

Point of contact name and email address

Information on your product/solution

Does your product have FDA clearance for clinical use in the United States?

Please provide a yes or no, with a brief point-by-point explanation of how your product can or cannot meet each draft salient characteristic, in a chart/table format.

Please provide OEM technical literature that clearly shows how your product meets each salient characteristic. Please ensure the OEM technical literature is properly mapped with respective page numbers so it is easy to reference and connect to the draft salient characteristics.

What are the unique or highlighted features of your Cast Saws specifically, the key physical, functional, or performance characteristics?

What are your product solutions or configurations for this anticipated Cast Saw procurement? Please provide model name(s) and part number(s).

What is your company s ability to provide uninterrupted supply of products on a national scale?

What is the country-of-origin designation for your product/solution?

Draft salient characteristics/requirements

Considering our draft salient characteristics, are there any additional salient characteristics you recommend incorporating, and why?

Does vendor offer an annual service plan?

If Yes:

What does the plan cover?

Does the plan cover parts repair and/or replacement?

Provide documentation that shows information and details of your service plans.

Is the service provided by the OEM or a subcontractor?