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6515--Replacement Catheter Interface Module ViewMate Z Ultrasound
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The Department of Veterans Affairs through Network Contracting Office 16 is conducting a sources sought initiative to identify qualified contractors capable of providing a replacement Catheter Interface Module for the Abbott ViewMate Z Ultrasound system used at the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System in Little Rock, Arkansas. The requirement is for the ViewFlex Cath Interface Mod VMZ ZS3 RFRB with part number H701374-R, and only original equipment manufacturers or OEM-authorized distributors are acceptable; non-OEM sources will be deemed technically unacceptable. The contractor must be certified to supply the component, and the module must ensure full OEM compatibility so the ultrasound system operates as intended. The response deadline is June 18, 2026, at 3:00 PM Central Time, with submissions required via email to t.miller@va.gov and must include company details, SAM Unique Entity Identifier, socioeconomic status, and evidence of small business, HUBZone, 8(a), or SDB certification if applicable. Responses must also address compliance with the Nonmanufacturer Rule under 13 C.F.R. § 121.406 by confirming ownership of the items, retail or wholesale engagement, and whether the end product is made in the U.S. by a small business manufacturer. Additionally, contractors must submit certifications for Buy American Act and Trade Agreements Act compliance through SAM, and confirm if the product is domestically produced or qualifies as a foreign end product under applicable trade agreements. This notice is not a solicitation, and no binding contract will be formed from responses; it is strictly for market research and budget planning. The government retains the right to sole source the requirement if insufficient responses are received. All information provided will remain confidential within the CAVHS purchasing team and will not be used for competitive purposes. Contractors responding must adhere to stringent federal records management mandates including compliance with the Federal Records Act, NARA regulations under 36 CFR Chapter XII, the Privacy Act of 1974, and the Freedom of Information Act. Electronic records must meet 36 CFR 1222.32 standards with sufficient technical documentation, and willful destruction of federal records is subject to criminal penalties under 18 U.S.C. 2701. Information security requires implementation of administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect controlled unclassified information, with no removal of government materials authorized without express written permission. All contractor personnel handling records must complete VA-provided training, and subcontractor agreements must
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Department of Veteran Affairs Central Arkansas VA Healthcare System (CAVHS), Little Rock, MS, 72205, USASet-Aside
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Page 1 of 8 Page 1 of 8 Title: Replacement Catheter Interface Module for Abbott ViewMate Z Ultrasound for Little Rock, AR,.
Purpose:
The Network Contracting Office (NCO) 16 located at 5075 Westheimer Road, Galleria Financial Center, Suite 750, Houston, Texas, hereby issues the following Sources Sought/ Request for Information (RFI) with the intent of determining the contractor interest, capabilities, qualifications of potential businesses, nonmanufacturer rule compliance, Buy American Act compliance, Trade Agreement compliance and estimated industry pricing information for market research and estimated budgetary purpose for Contractor to assist with Replacement Catheter Interface Module for Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (CAVHS), AR, 72205.
Notice of Intent to Sole Source. If there are no responses to this notice, a determination by the Government not to compete based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government to sole source the requirement. No response is a response.
Government request that interested offerors complete all questions below, provide required documentation, descriptive literature and authorization letter as described below. The Government is in no way obligated to do business with or to enter into any form of contract with any person, firm or other entity that receives or responds to this announcement.
Objective: To find qualified and certified contractors with the capability to provide the following:
The contractor shall provide the replacement Catheter Interface Module for the Abbott ViewMate Z Ultrasound in order to restore the ultrasound to functional order. The proprietary Catheter Interface Module for the ICE Catheter is component of this ultrasound. Abbott ViewMate Z Ultrasound functions at full capacity while in use at the facility (to include operating as intended by the manufacturer).
Delivery Location:
Central Arkansas Veteran Healthcare System (CAVHS) John L. McClellan Memorial Veterans Hospital, 4300 West 7th Street, Little Rock, AR, 72205.
Period of Performance:
30 Days ARO.
Opportunity:
NCO 16, is seeking information from potential contractors on their ability to provide this requirement. THIS IS A NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE and SOURCES SOUGHT FOR REQUEST INFORMATION (RFI) ONLY. Small Business Concerns are encouraged to provide responses to this Sources Sought in order to assist the CAVHS in determining potential levels of competition available in the industry. Contractor shall possess the capability to provide all requirements and objectives. Instructions and Response Guidelines:
Sources Sought responses are due by 06/18/2026 at 3:00 PM (CST) via email to t.miller@va.gov. Telephone requests or inquires will not be accepted. Public Information will not be provided and shall be utilized to the full extent possible. This a New Requirement.
The subject line shall read: 36C25626Q0921 - Sources Sought Replacement Catheter Interface Module. NO SOLICITATION EXISTS AT THIS TIME. There is no page limitation on subparagraphs 6(a) - 6(c17).
Please provide the information you deem relevant in order to respond to the specific inquiries of the Sources Sought. Information provided will be used solely by CAVHS as "market research" and will not be released outside of the CAVHS Purchasing and Contract Team. This Sources Sought notice does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP), Invitation for Bid (IFB), or Request for Quotation (RFQ), and it is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government to enter into a contract, nor will the Government pay for the information submitted in response to this request. All information contained in this Sources Sought is preliminary as well as subject to modification and is in no way binding on the Government.
In accordance with FAR 15.201(e), responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the U.S. Government to form a binding contract. If a solicitation is released, it will be synopsized on Contracting Opportunities (https://beta.sam.gov/) website or GSA. It is the responsibility of the interested parties to monitor these sites for additional information pertaining to this Sources Sought, or future RFP/RFQ.
Contact Information:
Contracting Specialist, T Miller Email address: t.miller@va.gov
THIS NOTICE IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE QUOTES/PROPOSALS; however, any firm that believes it can meet the requirements may provide answers, responses and give written notification prior to the response due date and time. Supporting evidence and responses.
Your responses to this notice are appreciated.
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