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6640--6-Step Axis Microscope

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36C24220Q0359Federal

Submission Closed02/20/2020, 04:59:59 AM UTC

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General Info

Agency

Department Of Veterans Affairs → 242-NETWORK Contract Office 02 (36C242)

Contract Value

$21,221.16

NAICS

333314 - Optical Instrument and Lens Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Buffalo VAMC;3495 Bailey Ave;Buffalo;NY, NY, 14215

Set-Aside

NONE

Awardee

TRYCO INCORPORATED

Award Issued Date

03/09/2020, 12:00:00 AM UTC

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PhaseClosed

PostedFeb 14

Sources Sought

Response DeadlineFeb 20

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

02/20/2020, 04:59:59 AM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Veterans Affairs → 242-NETWORK Contract Office 02 (36C242)

Contacts1 person available

OfficeALBANY, NY, 12208, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Veterans Affairs → 242-NETWORK Contract Office 02 (36C242)

Office AddressALBANY, NY, 12208, USA

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Enell Riley Ext

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+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

Sources Sought Notice / Request for Information (RFI) Title: 6-Step AXIS Microscope and Floor Stand This Sources Sought Notice is for informational and planning purposes only and shall not be construed as a solicitation, RFQ, or as an obligation or commitment by the Government at this time. Please do not submit a quote in response to this Sources Sought Notice. This notice is intended strictly for market research. The purpose of this Sources Sought notice is to determine interest and capability of potential qualifications of Small Business (including SDVOSB/VOSB) firms relative to the North American Industry Classification Code (NAICS): 333314. The Department of Veteran s Affairs is seeking Small business (including SDVOSB/VOSB) manufacturers or distributors, of functional Brand Name or Equivelant equipment to all the following salient characteristics: The equipment shall meet the following salient characteristics/requirements: Quantity: 1ea THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION AND DOES NOT OBLIGATE THE GOVERNMENT TO ISSUE A SOLICITATION. Please be advised that the Government will not pay for any information submitted under this announcement. The applicable North American Classification System (NAICS) Code for this requirement is: 333314. Responses/Questions shall be submitted by: E-mail to: enell.riley@va.gov All Responses should contain the following information: Name of firm Socio-Economic category of your firm (ie: LG, SB, VOSB, SDVOSB, WOSB, etc) Complete address and phone & fax number and POC Copy of your SAM Reps & Certs *If responding as an SDVOSB or VOSB please ensure you are verified in VIP . Questions regarding this Sources Sought Notice are due by: Wednesday, February 19, 2020 at 10:00 AM EST. Responses to this notice are due NLT: Wednesday, February 19, 2020 at: 4:00 PM EST. Note: All non-interested parties need not reply. No other information is available at this time. Specific Technical Elements: The proposed 6-Step Microscope and accessories shall meet the following Buffalo VA Medical Center technical requirements. Exceed 100,000 lux output Have AXIS control system for maneuvering A minimum 6 Step magnification Eyepiece available in 10X and 12.5X Three-stage light filter assembly with clear, amber, and green Mobile floor stand with locking casters Ergonomic handles 250mm objective lens with 20 mm fine focus adjustment The proposed equipment shall provide at a minimum a one-year warranty