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6540--Brand Name or Equal Hausted Ophthalmology Chair - FARGO
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The Department of Veterans Affairs, through Network Contracting Office 23, is conducting market research to identify qualified sources capable of supplying Hausted ESC2 REVERSE TREND SURGI CHAIR models and associated components including power cords and accessories, under a Brand Name or Equal procurement. This sources sought notice is not a solicitation but a request for non-binding statements of interest from vendors who are authorized distributors of Hausted or manufacturers of equal products, with responses required to include company details, SAM registration, business size classification under NAICS code 339115, and any existing GSA or Federal Supply Schedule contracts covering the specified items. Submissions must also indicate whether the responder qualifies as a small, disadvantaged, veteran-owned, or woman-owned business and must comply with the Nonmanufacturer Rule if applicable, along with providing documentation proving authorized distribution status. All responses must include complete information on the primary items: the ESC2 eye chair, two types of 120V U.S. power cords, a full U wrist rest assembly, and an FS3 switch, each requested in quantities of two units. The notice emphasizes that no obligation is created by this posting, responses will not be treated as offers, and participation does not guarantee future solicitation or contract award. Responses are due by August 6, 2025, at 5:00 PM Mountain Time, and must be submitted to the designated contract specialist via email with the specified subject line. The government will use all received information to evaluate market capability, determine appropriate acquisition strategy—potentially including GSA eBuy or a formal solicitation—and assess socioeconomic participation options, but will not reimburse respondents for any costs incurred in preparing submissions. Proprietary information must be clearly marked, and adherence to the Buy American Statute will be required should a future solicitation be issued.
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Place of Performance
Fargo VA Health Care System, Fargo, MN, 58102Set-Aside
Timeline
Submission Closed
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IMPORTANT If your firm is a Socio-economic Small Business (SDVOSB, VOSB, Hub zone, 8(a), Small, Small disadvantaged, Woman owned small business), please state if your firm is a Nonmanufacturer under the Nonmanufacturer Rule. For more information about the Nonmanufacturer Rule and how it applies to your firm, click on this Small Business Administration link: https://www.sba.gov/partners/contracting-officials/small-business-procurement/nonmanufacturer-rule Please check the lines below that apply to your firm: a. ____ Business size does not exceed 500 employees. b. ____ Firm is primarily engaged in the retail or wholesale trade and normally sells this type of item being supplies. c. ____ Firm takes ownership or possession of the item(s) with its personnel, equipment, or facilities in a manner consistent with industry practice. d. ____ Supplies the end products of a small business manufacturer or processor made in the United States. If a future solicitation requires the Buy American Statute, the following two clauses will apply:
52.225-1 Buy American-Supplies 52.225-2 Buy American Certificate Must have an Authorized Distributor Letter issued from the manufacture if not the manufacture for a supply acquisition request. The attached SOW is a draft and is NOT finalized. If any portions are unclear, prohibited, and/or you are unsure about the draft description of the requirement please list your comments and/or concerns in your response so they can be addressed. Response is due by 08/06 2025, at 1700 Mountain Time. Please submit e-mail responses to Mr. Dennis Salmonsen, Contract Specialist, at email address: contact@example.gov. Please place Sources Sought No. in the subject line of your email. This notice is to assist the Department of Veterans Affairs in determining qualified sources only.
SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS: See DRAFT Statement of Work
BRAND NAME OR EQUAL for all line-items listed below.
ITEM NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT 0001
2.00 EA __________________ __________________
ESC2 REVERSE TREND SURGI CHAIR
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: POP End: PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 339115 - Ophthalmic Goods Manufacturing PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: 6540 - Ophthalmic Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: ESC2EYESTR
0002
2.00 EA __________________ __________________
POWER CORD 120V USA
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: POP End: PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 339115 - Ophthalmic Goods Manufacturing PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: 6540 - Ophthalmic Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: 999-0775-208120VB
0003
2.00 EA __________________ __________________
PWR CORD 120V USA GRNDED HOSP GRD
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: POP End: PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 339115 - Ophthalmic Goods Manufacturing PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: 6540 - Ophthalmic Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: 999-0775-208
0004
2.00 EA __________________ __________________
ASSY, FULL U WRIST REST
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: POP End: PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 339115 - Ophthalmic Goods Manufacturing PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: 6540 - Ophthalmic Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: HSA078600
0005
2.00 EA __________________ __________________
ACCY, FS3 SWITCH
Contract Period: Base POP Begin: POP End: PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 339115 - Ophthalmic Goods Manufacturing PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: 6540 - Ophthalmic Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies LOCAL STOCK NUMBER: HSA080014
GRAND TOTAL __________________
NOTES: Issuance of this notice does not constitute any obligation whatsoever on the part of the Government to procure these supplies and/or services, or to issue a solicitation, nor to notify respondents of the results of this notice. No solicitation documents exists at this time; however, in the event the acquisition strategy demonstrates that GSA is a viable option for procuring a solution, the RFQ shall be posted to GSA eBuy where only those firms who currently hold a GSA Schedule with the applicable SIN will be able to respond. The Department of Veterans Affairs is neither seeking quotes nor accepting unsolicited quotes, and responses to this notice cannot be accepted as offers. Any information the vendor considers proprietary should be clearly marked as such. The U.S. Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this Sources Sought notice.
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