Hip and Knee Tray

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 22 is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential suppliers for a comprehensive hip and knee surgical tray containing 41 orthopedic surgical instruments from Smith & Nephew. The RFI targets manufacturers and distributors of surgical appliances and seeks companies capable of providing specialized orthopedic instruments for procedures including total knee arthroplasty and knee revisions. Interested companies must submit a detailed capabilities statement addressing specific requirements, including business size, classifications, manufacturing capabilities, and compliance with federal contracting regulations. Respondents are expected to demonstrate their ability to provide instruments such as slap hammers, chisels, hooks, and extractors designed for femoral, tibial, and stem component removal. The critical deadline for submission is March 28, 2025, at 4:00 PM PT, with responses to be emailed directly to Bridgett.Sharma@VA.gov.

The solicitation does not indicate a specific set-aside designation and is open to businesses within the NAICS 339113 category with up to 800 employees. While the RFI is primarily a market research exercise and does not constitute a binding contract solicitation, it suggests potential interest in future procurement of these surgical trays. The document encourages responses from various business classifications, including Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB). Companies are asked to provide information about their federal contract holdings, lead times, pricing details, and compliance with the Buy American Act. The RFI focuses on surgical instruments specifically for orthopedic procedures, with a particular emphasis on hip and knee surgical equipment, indicating a targeted and specialized procurement approach by the Veterans Affairs healthcare system.