6515--Hospital Consumables -Blood Pressure Cuffs

The Department of Veterans Affairs, through Network Contracting Office 6, has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) for a firm-fixed-price contract to procure brand-name Draeger blood pressure cuffs and EKG cables for the Salem VA Medical Center. This requirement is structured as a one-year base period with four optional years, contingent upon product viability and contract performance. The procurement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside, specifically targeting HUBZone small businesses, and is conducted under the authority of FAR 6.302-1. A Justification and Approval (J&A) document supports this brand-name-only requirement, noting that only Draeger products ensure compatibility with existing equipment, maintain warranties, and prevent clinical or patient safety risks. Interested offerors must submit quotes on company letterhead via email to the Contracting Officer, Ruth Morris, no later than August 21, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. EDT. Submissions must include a completed and signed Standard Form 1449, an original Equipment Manufacturer Letter of Authorization, quoted pricing, and estimated lead times. Offerors must maintain an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) at the time of submission and award. The government intends to award the contract to the responsible quoter providing the best value, determined by a combination of technical capability, past performance, and price. The contract incorporates various regulatory requirements, including the Buy American Act, provisions regarding combating trafficking in persons, and strict prohibitions on certain telecommunications and video surveillance equipment.