65--ERBE APC2 Argon Plasma Coagulator- brand name for Shreveport LA

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The purpose of this sources sought/RFI is to gain knowledge of potential qualified sources and their size classification relative to NAICS 334510 (size standard of 1,250 Employees). Responses to this sources sought will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. After review of the responses to this sources sought, a solicitation announcement may be published. Responses to this sources sought synopsis are not considered adequate responses for a solicitation announcement. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office (NCO) -16, is seeking sources that can provide Argon Plasma Coagulation System that at a minimum meets the following salient characteristics with a brand name product for the Overton Brooks VA Medical Center (Shreveport, LA): Salient Characteristics- Argon Plasma Coagulation (APC) System · Non-pulsing mode with ignition support · Defined individual Argon Plasma Coagulator (APC) impulses with controllable change of effect at tissue surface, allowing for non-contact tissue hemostasis, coagulation, or reduction of tissue · Elastic beam with regulation of penetration depth · Accepts FiAPC (Filer Integrated) flexible APC probes · Integrated electrical and software system with color screen · Instrument recognition system with automatic flow settings · Gas tank fill level indication, adjustable gas flow rates · Constant voltage regulation and automated software power dosing · Offers above average output during the initial incision phase and for cutting enhancement · Spark recognition/Spark regulation technology utilized in endo cut and high cut modes · Reproducible cuts in poorly conductive tissue · Intensive hemostasis with a slower cutting speed · Intensive coagulation for dissection with aggressive hemostasis · Simultaneous dual mono instruments with surge/drain limits · Standard bipolar modes · Neutral electrode safety system for patient return electrode monitoring · Toggle footswitch allows user to toggle from one program/mode to another by pressing the toggle button on the footswitch, without staff intervention · Actual power usage can be displayed real-time on the screen (power display) · Voltage is displayed on the screen with the selected effect setting (voltage icon) · ATM user screen-Provides simple operation for selecting screen functions · Diagnostic codes in the event of user or equipment problems clearly displayed on the face of the unit · Audible and visual alarms for immediate notification · Programmable for multiple programs for all modes · Color interactive screen · Modular design must be expanded to choose from multiple workstation options · Software upgradeable · 24 hour available clinical & technical Support · Programmable pre-set settings · Tubing systems available for GI Endoscopy or Operating Room · One year warranty Brand name Info: -ERBE APC 2 Argon Plasma Coagulator with choice of Precise APC and two Pulsed APC modes (Item #10134-0000)-Quantity 1 -ERBE APC 2 Pressure Reducer with Sensor (Item #20134-006)-Quantity 1 -ERBE VIO Two Cart w/Footswitch Holder, cable warap and 1 tank fixation kit (Item #20189-000)-Quantity 1 -ERBE VIO Cart Wire Basket (Item #20180-010) Quantity 1 -VIO to APC 2 Fastening Set (Item #20180-134)-Quantity 1 -ERBE VIO/APC 2 to VIO Cart Fastening Set (w/grounding cable) (Item #20150-131)-Qty 1 -ERBE Ignition Tester (Item #20183-072) -Quantity 1 - ERBE VIO 300D Electrosurgical Unit 120V/60 HZ UL, Software Version 2.x Constant Voltage Platform with Automatic Power Adjustment and PPS Power Peak System and Spray Coagulation (Item #10140-100) -Quantity 1 -ENDO CUT IQ Upgrade (Item #29140-218)-Quantity 1 -ERBE VIO Two Pedal Footswitch w/Remote &Bracket (Remotely changes settings via Footswitch) (Item #20189-305)- Quantity 1 -ERBE Monopolar connection cable Boviejack 8; 3 MM socket: length 4 M (13.2 feet) (Item #20192-130) -Quantity 1 -ERBE Argon Gas Tank full, 40 cu ft capacity purity 99.98% (Item #1063-2) Quantity 1 -ERBE EIP 2 Irrigation Pump (Item #10325-000) -Quantity 1 - ERBE EIP 2 Footswitch w/Adapter (Item #7912-0001) Quantity 1 - ERBE EIP 2 Fastening set for VIO CAR (Item #20180-135) Quantity 1 -ERBE Water bottle holder for EIP 2 Pump (Item #20325-204) Quantity 1 - Extended warranty VIO 300D- 1 year - Extended warranty APC2 1 year The information identified above is intended to be descriptive, not restrictive and to indicate the quality of the supplies/services that will be satisfactory. It is the responsibility of the interested source to demonstrate to the government that the interested parties can provide the supplies/services that fulfill the required specifications. If you are interested, and capable of providing the supplies/services sought for above, please provide the requested information as well as the information indicated below. Response to this notice should include company name, address, point of contact, size of business pursuant to the following questions: (1) Please indicate the size status and representations of your business, such as but not limited to: Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB), Hubzone, Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB), Large Business, etc.)? (2) Is your company considered small under the NAICS code identified under this RFI? (3) Are you the manufacturer or distributor of the items being referenced above (or equivalent product/solution)? 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