VISN 12 Infusion Pumps System RFI

This RFI is for planning and information purposes only and shall not be construed as a commitment or a promise of a contract by the Government. This is not a solicitation. This notice does not constitute a Request for Quote (RFQ), nor does it restrict the Government as to the ultimate acquisition approach. The Government will not reimburse respondents for any costs incurred in preparation of a response to this notice.

For the purpose of this acquisition, the applicable NAICS is 339112, Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing. The Government contemplates soliciting for a purchase order/delivery order to be competed either via GSA’s Multiple Award Schedules or Open Market, depending on the results of this market research. The Information received in response to this notice will be used to further define the government's requirement and determine if two (2) or more capable small businesses respond with information sufficient to support a small business set-aside. This market research will also help the Government determine if the requirement can be accomplished via single award or if the Government’s needs would be better met via multiple awards. We encourage all interested large and small businesses capable of satisfying the requirement in part or in full to identify their capabilities in meeting the requirement.

Information received as a result of this RFI will be used solely for market research purposes. The Government shall use this market research in determining the best method of procurement, which is part of the acquisition planning process. This RFI is for information purposes only and no award will result from the RFI. This RFI shall be open from July 18, 2022 through July 28, 2022, 12:00 noon CST.

RESPONSE TO THIS RFI: In order to be considered responsive to this RFI, please complete the attached spreadsheet and provide a concise capability brief/executive summary that includes:

1. Name of the firm(s), points of contact, phone numbers, email addresses, SAM UEI, DUNS number, CAGE code, a statement regarding small business status (including small business type(s)/certifications(s) such as SDB, 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, etc.) and the corresponding NAICS code.

2. Indicate if your firm could quote Open Market and/or via your Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) contract. If you would be interested in quoting via your GSA MAS contract, please provide contract number(s) and CTA Team (if applicable) the requested items are currently listed under or advise if you intend to or are already in the process of adding these items to your MAS contract.

3.  Would your firm be willing to participate on a one-on-one conference call with Government to discuss your product capabilities in detail? If so – please provide the POC with whom the Government can schedule the meeting and any days or times you would not be available. The Government intends to conduct these calls August 2nd- August 4th.

4. Advise if your firm has the ability to provide a total solution that meets the Government’s minimum needs -Large Volume Pump, Syringe Pump, End Tidal CO2 Monitor, and Patient Controlled Analgesia Pump. (Reference attached Requirements document)

5. Any other general information or suggestions for the Government regarding these items (e.g., suggested RFQ & CLIN structure, suggest single award or multiple awards, industry standards, etc.).

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. ONLY RESPONSES VIA EMAIL SHALL BE ACCEPTED.