6515--STIMULATORS VEST SYSTEM

The Department of Veterans Affairs through its Network Contracting Office 22 is conducting market research via a Sources Sought Notice for a Patient Vest Airway Clearance System, designated under NAICS code 339112, with the title 6515--STIMULATORS VEST SYSTEM. This action, identified by solicitation number 36C26226Q0995, is explicitly not a solicitation and does not constitute a commitment to award a contract; it is issued solely to gather information on available solutions, vendor capabilities, and market conditions to inform future procurement planning. The primary requirement centers on a system equivalent to the HILLROM VEST SYSTEM with specific part numbers, featuring essential components including single-patient use disposable wraps and hoses for infection control, a remote control for immediate therapy termination, a digital display with push-button interface, programmable therapy options, a pause feature for patient coughing or rest, adjustable height, and multiple adult sizing options. The place of performance is the VA San Diego Healthcare System at 3350 La Jolla Village Drive, San Diego, CA 92161. Responses must be submitted via email to Contracting Officer Debby Abraham by 4:00 PM Pacific Time on June 24, 2026, and must include the company’s name, address, point of contact, SAM.gov Unique Entity ID and Cage Code, business size status including designation as SDVOSB, VOSB, HUBZone, WOSB, or Large Business, and confirmation of small business status under NAICS 339112. Respondents are required to provide a detailed capabilities statement addressing the draft salient characteristics, indicate whether the proposed solution is Commercial Off-The-Shelf in accordance with FAR Part 2.101, clarify if they are the manufacturer, authorized distributor, or capable of providing the solution, and confirm compliance with the Non-Manufacturer Rule and limitations on subcontracting per 13 CFR § 125.6. Full disclosure regarding the country of origin and domestic content of all products is mandatory to assess Buy American Act compliance, and FDA clearance information for the equipment must be provided. General pricing information is requested but will be used exclusively for market research and not in any future evaluation or award process. The government is also seeking feedback on the draft requirements and vendor lead times for single-unit and bulk deliveries.