Rapid Infuser

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 22 is seeking to procure a Rapid Infuser medical device for use in healthcare settings. The solicitation requires a brand name or equal device with specific technical specifications, including battery backup for mobile transport, air detection, variable infusion speeds, massive fluid volume capabilities, and fluid warming features. Quotes must be submitted by March 25, 2025, at 4:00 PM PST, with all questions due by March 20, 2025. The contract will be awarded on a firm-fixed-price basis, with the evaluation criteria focused on the lowest-priced, technically acceptable offer that meets all minimum requirements. Technical acceptability will be determined by verifying that the proposed Rapid Infuser meets the specified salient characteristics, and offerors must provide an Authorized Distributor Letter from the Original Equipment Manufacturer.

The solicitation is specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) with a NAICS code of 339115 and a size standard of 1000 employees. The place of performance is located in Long Beach, California (90822), indicating a localized procurement effort. Quotes are limited to 15 pages, excluding the pricing schedule, and potential contractors are strictly prohibited from providing remanufactured or "gray market" supplies. While specific award values are not detailed in the solicitation, the procurement appears to be for a single medical device or a small quantity of Rapid Infusers intended for use in Veterans Affairs healthcare facilities. The contract type and strict technical requirements suggest a focused, precise procurement aimed at obtaining high-quality medical equipment for patient care.