65--NEW-ANKLE TRAUMA Set (VA-19-00056939)

The Department of Veterans Affairs has issued a Sources Sought Notice seeking market research to identify interested and capable businesses, including those classified under 8(a), HUBZone, Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, and Veteran-Owned Small Business categories. This notice pertains to the procurement of a 2.7MM/3.5MM VA-LCP ankle trauma instrument and implant set, inclusive of all necessary instruments and implants. The contract, identified under solicitation number 36C25719Q0813, targets manufacturers and distributors who can provide an exact or functionally equivalent product aligning with NAICS code 334510. It is important to note that this notice serves only informational and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to contract. The listed item involves a single unit set designed for ankle trauma care, with local stock number 01.118.012. No pricing or payment terms are provided, as this is a preliminary inquiry to gauge the market rather than a finalized procurement. The Department of Veterans Affairs, operating through its Network Contract Office 17 in San Antonio, Texas, will consider responses to determine potential sources capable of fulfilling future contract requirements for this specialized medical equipment. This effort aims to ensure effective vendor competition and capability alignment ahead of any formal solicitation or procurement action.