Sources Sought Synopsis Only THIS REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)/SOURCES SOUGHT/RFI IS ISSUED SOLELY FOR INFORMATION AND PLANNING PURPOSES ONLY. THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION. THE SUBMISSION OF PRICING, CAPABILITIES FOR PLANNING PURPOSES, AND OTHER MARKET INFORMATION IS HIGHLY ENCOURAGED AND ALLOWED UNDER THIS RFI IN ACCORDANCE WITH (IAW) FAR 15.201(e). The purpose of this synopsis is to gain knowledge of potential qualified sources and their size classification (hubzone, 8(a), small, small disadvantage, veteran owned small business (VOSB), service-disabled veteran owned small business (SDVOSB), or large business relative to NAICS 339112 with size standards of 1000 employees. Note that if VA s pending market research establishes that two or more VOSB or SDVOSB, who are certified in U.S Small Business Administration site https://www.sba.gov can perform the project, VA will set aside the underlying solicitation per 38 U.S.C. §8127. Responses to this synopsis will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. After review of the responses to this Sources Sought Synopsis, a solicitation announcement may be published on SAM, and/or GSA eBuy. Responses to this Sources Sought Synopsis are not considered adequate responses to the solicitation announcement. General Requirements: The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), VA Loma Linda Healthcare System, has a need for Esophageal Instrument Sets and accessories. The Esophagoscopes and accessories will be used for transoral surgeries, diagnostic procedures, including collections of specimens for diagnostic analysis. The requirement is for brand name or equal to: Paul Holinger Style Esophagoscopes and Pillsbury- Jesberg Esophagoscopes Nomenclature: Esophagoscopes BRAND NAME PRODUCT INFORMATION: Clin Item # Description Qty Unit of Measure 01 523582 HOLINGER STYLE ESO 9X45 1 EA 02 527583 LIGHT CARRIER OVAL LARGE 45CM 1 EA 03 523642 PHILSBURY JESB ESOPH 6.5X10X35 1 EA 04 523648 PHILLSBURY JESB ESOPH 10X14X29 1 EA 05 507035 ASPIRATING TUBE VELVT EYE 60CM 1 EA 06 507014 ASPIRATING TUBE OPEN END 50CM 1 EA 07 506017 ENDOSCOPIC FORWARD GRASP FC 1 EA 08 505152 ROBERTS ANG 6MM CUP FCPS 60CM 1 EA 09 121600 BACKHAUS TOWEL FRCP 5 1/2IN 1 EA 10 S358PRA STORZ ILLUM 3.5MMX8IN PILLING INSTR 1 EA 11 505020 ALLIGATOR GRASPING FRCP 50CM 1 EA 12 505030 KAHLER GRASPING FRCPS 45CM 1 EA 13 507034 ASPIRATING TUBE VELVT EYE 50CM 1 EA REQUIREMENTS: This SPS department requests the acquisition of Esophageal ENT instruments for the purpose of being available for clinical use in support of patient care. The Salient Characteristics must include: Must have Integrated Light Carrier that is fully incorporated into the textured handle with built-in protection Esophagoscope must have a barrel and tip that follow ergonomic features of smooth insertion technology that facilitates gentle insertion while maintaining standard technique. Must provide nearly full lumen view with constant cool illumination. Will have a Large Fiber Bundle: for Enhanced distal illumination. Must have Aspiration Channel on the exterior for maximum lumen clearance. Must have Oval Fiber Optic Light Carrier for more viewing and instrumentation space in the main tube. Must also provide bright illumination. Must have a Smooth Distal Tip for ease of insertion. Must provide a 15 mm Proximal End designed for easy attachment of accessories. Esophagoscopy instruments in the set must be capable of extracting sharp or large objects (e.g., bones, cones, dentures) and manage food impactions. Esophagoscopes must be able to visualize the back of the throat , including the difficult to reach hypopharynx and upper esophageal sphincter Must be able to obtain deep, accurate biopsies of the esophageal tumors or lesions Must be made of the highest quality of sources stainless steel materials Will be capable of dilation and treatment of strictures as well as widening of narrowed areas of the esophagus or placing indwelling tubes Must have a barrel: a hollow metallic tube, typically 33-43cm long with a beveled tip Must have a multifunctional head Must have a functional head attached to the proximal end and features several side ports for connecting ventilation and light Esophagoscopes must provide High-resolution Imaging, advanced lighting, protective integration, and ergonomic design, ensuring efficient and safe procedures. Participating Healthcare Facilities: VISN 22 West VA Loma Linda Healthcare System - 11201 Benton Street, Loma Linda, CA; 92357-1000 In response to this announcement, please complete the information below: Company: Address: Contact Name: Phone No: Email: DUNS: Business size information Select all that applies: Small Business Emerging Small Business Small Disadvantaged Business Certified under Section 8(a) of the Small Business Act HubZone Woman Owned Certified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small in Vetbiz.gov Certified Veteran Owned Small Business in Vetbiz.gov Large Business Other:____________ All offered items must be listed on vendor FSS contract FSS/ GSA Contract Holder of the requested item(s) Yes No FSS/ GSA Contract Number Effective Date / Expiration Date Does your company manufacture the requested product(s)? If no, answer the questions below. Yes No Does your company exceed the 500-employee alternative size standard for nonmanufacturers? Yes No Is your company primarily engaged in the retail or wholesale trade and normally sell the type of product(s) being supplied? Yes No Does your company take ownership or possession of the products(s) with its personnel, equipment, or facilities in a manner consistent with industry practice? Yes No Does your company supply the end product(s) of a small business manufacturer or processor made in the US, or obtain a waiver of such requirement? Yes No Identify any other companies owned (wholly or in-part) by the owners of this business who provide goods or services under the same or a related NAICS codes. Not applicable List: Buy American Act Information Are all items manufactured in the U.S? If not, list the items not manufactured in the US and the country of origin in the table provided below. Yes No Item # Description Country of Origin This notice is neither a request for competitive proposal or solicitation of offerors. This notice is to assist the VA in determining sources only and a solicitation is not currently available. If a solicitation is issued it will be announced at a later date, and all interested parties must respond to that solicitation announcement separately from this response. Responses to this Sources Sought is not a request to be added to a prospective bidders list or to receive a copy of the solicitation. Information received as a result of this notice will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct competitive procurement. This notice does not represent a commitment by the Government to pay for costs incurred in the preparation and submission of information or any other costs incurred as a response to this announcement. Inquiries will only be accepted in writing via email to
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