This is a sources sought announcement only; it is neither a solicitation announcement nor a request for proposals or quotes and does not obligate the government to award a contract. Requests for a solicitation will not receive a response. Responses to this sources sought must be in writing. The purpose of this sources sought announcement is for market research to: make appropriate acquisition decisions and to secure knowledge of potential qualified service disabled veteran owned small businesses, veteran owned small businesses; as well as: 8(a), hubzone and other small and large businesses, interested and capable of providing the product(s) and/or services described below. Responses to this notice shall include the following: (a) company name (b) address (c) point of contact (d) phone, fax, and email (e) duns number (f) cage code (g) tax id number (h) type of small business, e.g. services disabled veteran owned small business, veteran-owned small business, 8(a), hubzone, women owned small business, small disadvantaged business, or small business hubzone business; and (i) must provide a capability statement that addresses the organizations qualifications and the ability to provide the product(s) and/or services described below. This procurement is for new equipment only; no remanufactured or "gray market" items. all equipment must be covered by the manufacturer's warranty. The New Mexico VA Health Care System (NMVAHCS), located at 1501 San Pedro Dr SE, Albuquerque, NM, 87108-5128, is seeking potential qualified contractors who can provide the: brand name or equal, Clarus Video Airway Endoscope System, described below. All equipment will be shipped directly to: Phoenix VA Medical Center, 650 E Indian School Rd, bldg. 1 warehouse, Phoenix, AZ, 85012-1892. Any prospective vendor must be authorized/certified to sell the products or services described and show proof of that authorization at the time of responding to this Sources Sought announcement. Important: The Government is not obligated to, nor will it pay for or reimburse, any costs associated with responding to this sources sought announcement request. This notice shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or ultimately award a contract, nor does it restrict the Government to a particular acquisition approach. The Government will in no way be bound to the information contained in this announcement, in the event a solicitation is issued. The VA is mandated by Public Law 109-461 to consider a total set-aside for Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses. However, if responses from Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business firms prove inadequate, an alternate set-aside, or, full and open competition, may be considered. No subcontracting opportunities for this procurement are anticipated. The North American Classification System (NAICS) code for this acquisition is 334510, electromedical and electrotherapeutic apparatus mfg (1,250 employees). Notice to potential vendors: All vendors who provide products or services to the United States Federal Government must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at www.sam.gov and complete Online Representations and Certifications Application (ORCA). Additionally, all Service Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses or Veteran Owned Businesses who respond to a solicitation must be registered with the Department of Veterans Affairs Center for Veterans Enterprise VetBiz Registry located at http://vip.vetbiz.gov. SDVOSB s must be certified in the VIP database at the time a quote is submitted in response to a solicitation, and at time of award, for a quote to be considered. ALL INTERESTED VENDORS WHO FEEL THEY ARE CAPABLE TO PROVIDE THE INDICATED PRODUCTS AS OUTLINED IN THIS SOURCES SOUGHT ANNOUNCEMENT should submit the information described above, by e-mail to
contact@example.gov. This information must be received no later than 6:00 PM EST, August 25, 2017. STATEMENT OF WORK for: brand name or equal, Clarus Video Airway Endoscope System Item Description Qty U/I Delivery 0001 Brand Name or Equal 30000-V Clarus Video Airway Endoscope system 1 EA 30 DARO* 0002 Brand Name or Equal 500948-002 Additional video stylet 1 EA 30 DARO 0003 Operator s Service and Repair parts manuals, one hard copy, one electronic (if available) 2 EA 30 DARO *days after receipt of order Equipment being ordered:_Clarus Video System 1. Description of what the equipment being requested is: The video system puts a high definition camera at the end of the Endotracheal Tube (ET) to allow atraumatic insertion of the tube to keep the patient s breathing tube open and functional. 2. Description of how the equipment being requested operates: the Clarus Video System has a 4 inch LCD screen that shows a wide-angle view of the larynx to allow less traumatic access and maneuverability while performing ET placements during emergent situations. The white LED illuminates the airway and prevents fogging of the image and additional red LED transilluminates through the skin. The rechargeable battery gives hours of use between charges and the soakable stylet detaches for safe and efficient sterilization. 3. Where will the equipment being requested be used: In the Emergency Department 4. Who will be using the equipment being requested: Medical providers trained in the use of the ET placement equipment 5. Justification: the Clarus Video System has a 4 inch LCD screen that shows a wide-angle view of the larynx to allow less traumatic access and maneuverability while performing ET placements during emergent situations. The white LED illuminates the airway and prevents fogging of the image and additional red LED transilluminates through the skin. The rechargeable battery gives hours of use between charges and the soakable stylet detaches for safe and efficient sterilization. This equipment allows for easier access to the airway and trachea to prevent injury during intubation. If the tube is inadvertently placed in the esophagus (right behind the trachea), adequate respirations will not occur. Brain damage, cardiac arrest, and death can occur. Aspiration of stomach contents can result in pneumonia and ARDS. Placement of the tube too deep can result in only one lung being ventilated and can result in a pneumothorax as well as inadequate ventilation. During endotracheal tube placement, damage can also occur to the teeth, the soft tissues in the back of the throat, as well as the vocal cords. In accordance with Appendix A, Handbook 6500.6 Checklist block 6, the C&A requirements do not apply to this requirement, and Security Accreditation Package is not required. In accordance with Appendix A, Handbook 6500.6 Checklist block 7, Due to the non-technical nature of this requirement there is no information to be protected. - This product does not capture or produce PII/PHI. There is no storage mechanism in the equipment or software requested. End, brand name or equal, Clarus Video Airway Endoscope System Statement of Work. * days after receipt of order. End Sources Sought Announcement
