Pneumatic Compression Pumps

The Department of Veterans Affairs, through the Network Contracting Office 4 in Pittsburgh, is soliciting quotes for 100 new pneumatic compression pumps under solicitation number 36C24426Q0663, with a response deadline of June 23, 2026, at 6:00 a.m. ET. These devices are intended for use in preventing venous thromboembolism and deep vein thrombosis among postoperative, surgical, and medically compromised veterans receiving inpatient care at the Philadelphia VAMC. The solicitation is issued under Simplified Acquisition Procedures per FAR 13 and will result in a Firm Fixed Price contract awarded to the responsible offeror offering the best value, determined through comparative evaluation of price, socioeconomic considerations, technical capability, and delivery timeframe. The equipment must meet minimum salient characteristics comparable to the Kendall SCD Smartflow Device, though no brand-name preference is intended. All pumps must be new, accompanied by operational and maintenance manuals, and require staff training for proper use. Delivery is required within 30 days after receipt of order, with FOB destination being Philadelphia, PA 19104, and the contract performance period runs from July 30, 2026, to September 30, 2026. The offeror must be registered in the System for Award Management, provide a Unique Entity Identifier, and certify compliance with key federal regulations, including the Buy American Act, Trade Agreements Act, and prohibitions on contracting with inverted domestic corporations or debarred entities. Additional mandatory clauses include whistleblower protections, prohibition of internal confidentiality agreements, contractor employee rights, and compliance with the Anti-Kickback Statute and procurement integrity requirements. The contract also incorporates clauses addressing trafficking in persons, DEI discrimination, convict labor deviations, and telecommunications restrictions under Section 889 of the NDAA. Offers must be submitted via email to Jefferson Mann at jefferson.mann@va.gov with the solicitation number in the subject line and must include a completed SF 1449 form with specific blocks filled out, a statement of agreement with all terms, an OEM authorization letter if not the manufacturer, and a proposed delivery schedule. Prices must remain firm for 60 days after submission. Invoices must be submitted electronically through the Tungsten Network portal after government inspection and acceptance, in accordance with the Prompt Payment Act and VAAR 852.232-7