Department of Veterans Affairs, National Acquisition Center, P.O. Box 76, Bldg. 37, Hines, IL 60141-0076

65 -- SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE FOR MEDICAL/SURGICAL PRODUCTS DUE 100199 POC Sue Proctor (708) 786-5182 E-MAIL: Click here to contract the Contracting Officer via, Susan.Proctor@med.va.gov. SUBJ: Sources sought for medical/surgical items This is a Market Survey and Request for Samples to locate potential sources for the standardization of various medical/surgical items. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) desires to offer its customers, on a national basis, the best possible products and prices and to offer its contractors more opportunities within the system. The intent of the standardization program is to establish national mandatory sources for medical/surgical items to standardize VA's purchasing of products. BIDS/OFFERS ARE NOT BEING SOLICITED AT THIS TIME. A formal solicitation or request for quotations will be issued at a later date. Companies interested in having their items evaluated for possible inclusion in the standardization process should carefully review the item descriptions listed below. If a company can provide any of these items, SAMPLES OF ALL ITEMS AVAILABLE THAT MEET OR EXCEED THE CRITERIA PROVIDED IN THE PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS SHOULD BE SUBMITTED AT THIS TIME. All samples must be clearly marked with the name of the potential offeror, the product number, and the manufacturer's name. Potential offerors must also include any corresponding detailed product literature with the samples. Detailed product literature should include, but not be limited to, an indication of what materials the products are comprised of (e.g. latex, etc.), country of origin, and a listing of sizes, configurations, etc. available. If detailed literature is not received with the samples, the technical evaluation panel may be unable to fully evaluate the samples and the products could be eliminated from further consideration. Please send samples (number of samples required follow each product name) and corresponding detailed product literature to: Department of Veterans Affairs Item Management Division (901S) ATTN: Carl Hunter Building 37 First Avenue -- One Block North of Cermak Road (22nd Street) Hines, IL 60141 Companies submitting samples are also encouraged to obtain Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) contracts for those products from the respective government contract office. VA has the option of awarding a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) against an FSS contract rather than issuing a formal solicitation for the purpose of standardization. The VA Supply Processing and Distribution/Nursing Users Group (SPD/NUG), a group of VA nurses and clinicians who have expertise and knowledge of the products, will review and technically evaluate any samples submitted. VA deems the members of the SPD/NUG to be medical experts. Therefore, they are qualified to determine which products are acceptable. In order for samples to be shipped from Hines to the evaluation site prior to the next SPD/NUG meeting, SAMPLES AND PRODUCT LITERATURE MUST BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN OCTOBER 1, 1999. Companies not submitting samples by the above date may be eliminated from consideration on any subsequent procurement action for these items. For additional information regarding contracting issues please contact Sue Proctor (708) 786-5182, or Burnell Brusveen (708) 786-5139. For additional information regarding submission of samples please contact Carl Hunter (708) 786-7783. Product Descriptions for items being considered at this time are as follows: ISOLATION GOWNS/DISPOSABLE (Samples: 12 of each gown to be evaluated) The item described shall have/be: 1. Non-Sterile 2. Ease of Application 3. Assorted Sizes 4. Comfort, Light Weight Material 5. Fluid Resistant and/or Impervious 6. Durable 7. Cuff Closure 8. Full Coverage/Front and Back (wrap around) 9. Disposable 10. Secure Neck (snug) and Waist Closures (secure ties, glued overlap tabs, or hook and loop cloures) (if waist closure is by ties, it should tie in front) JUMPSUIT, ENVIRONMENTAL (Samples: 12 of each product to be evaluated) The item described shall have/be: 1. Disposable 2. Durable 3. Comfortable 4. Non-Transparent 5. Full Protection 6. Assorted Sizes (up to 5X) 7. Gusseted Wrists JUMPSUIT, PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (Samples: 12 of each product to be evaluated) The item described shall have/be: 1. Disposable 2. Durable 3. Impervious 4. Non-Transparent 5. Full Protection 6. Assorted Sizes (up to 5X) 7. Thumb Ring IODINE PADS (Samples: 2 boxes of each pad to be evaluated) The item described shall have/be: 1. Sterile 2. Synthetic/Cotton Composition 3. 10% Povidone/1% Iodine 4. Easy Open 5. Individually Packaged POSTERIOR WRIST SPLINT (Samples: 2 of each product to be evaluated) The item described shall have/be: 1. Finished Edges 2. Assorted Sizes 3. Anatomically Correct 4. Ease of Application 5. Secure Support 6. Right/Left and Ambidextrous 7. Single Patient Use 8. Direction for Use 9. Comfortable COCK UP WRIST SPLINT (Samples: 2 of each product to be evaluated) The item described shall have/be: 1. Finished Edges 2. Assorted Sizes 3. Anatomically Correct 4. Ease of Application 5. Secure Support 6. Left/Right and Ambidextrous 7. Single Patient Use 8. Directions for Use 9. Comfortable PRESSURE REDUCTION HEEL PROTECTORS (Samples: 2 pairs of each product to be evaluated) The itemdescribed shall have/be: 1. Fabric 2. Non-Synthetic 3. Washable 4. Hook and Loop Closure 5. One pair per package 6. Assorted Sizes 7. Directions for Use 8. Non-Foam 9. Pillow Type with Outer Shell HEEL PROTECTOR/FOAM (Samples: 2 pairs of each product to be evaluated) The item described shall have/be: 1. Hook and Loop Closure 2. One pair per package 3. Directions for Use 4. Multiple Sizes 5. States Density and ILD of Foam 6. Disposable 7. Variety of Types, Foot Drop Stop, Cradle Boot 8. Washable 9. Available Knit Elbow/Heel Protectors UNNA BOOT with Calamine (Samples: 6 of each product to be evaluated) The item described shall have/be: 1. Delivers 10-20 mm Water Pressure 2. Individually Packaged 3. 4-inch wide/6 yards length 4. Molds to patient's leg 5. Comfortable 6. Ease of Application 7. Rolled Uniformly in package 8. Non-raveling 9. Non-sterile 10. Elastic/Non-Elastic STAPLE REMOVER (Samples: 6 of each product to be evaluated) The item described shall have/be: 1. Ease of Use 2. Atraumatic to Incision/Skin 3. Sturdy Construction 4. Disposable 5. Sterile 6. Individually Packaged for Sterile Presentation 7. Directions for Use 8. Regular & Scissor Type 9. Kit Available ELASTIC BANDAGE (Ace Type) (Samples: 12 of each product to be evaluated) The item described shall have/be: 1. Cotton Knit Fabric Construction 2. Provides Firm Compression (greater than 10mm Hg) 3. Individually Wrapped 4. Variety of Widths (2"-6") 5. Consistent Stretch (good stretch memory) 6. Designed to withstand Autoclave and/or washing 7. Secure Fasteners (clip, hook and loop)/secure fit 8. Soft Texture 9. Durable 10. Easy to Open Package 11. Five Yard Stretch Length 12. Latex Free Available ABDOMINAL BINDER (Samples: 3 of each product to be evaluated) The item described shall have/be: 1. Ease of Application 2. Secure Closure 3. Variety of Sizes (to XXL)/widths 4. Maintains Compression/Support 5. Instructions for Use 6. Hook and Loop Closure 7. Smooth/Finished Inside 8. Latex Content Noted 9. Elastic 10. Single Patient Use 11. Stays if Available 11. Rib Belt Available WOUND DRAINAGE/EVACUATOR/TUBING (Samples: 6 of each product to be evaluated) The item described shall have/be: 1. Various Sizes -- bulb/graduated markings 2. Kit availability, 3/16", 1/4", 1/8" 3. Components can be purchased separately 4. Sterile 5. Latex Free Option 6. Squeeze Box with various sizes, graduated markings 7. PVC/Silicone 8. Radiopaque 9. Flat/Round Drain VAGINAL SPECULUM (Samples: 4 of each product to be evaluated) The item described shall have/be: 1. Assorted Sizes 2. Disposable 3. Light Option 4. Smooth Edges 5. Secure Locking Device 6. Bulk and Individual Packaging Available 7. Single Patient Use ORAL CARE PRODUCTS (Samples: 3 of each product to be evaluated) The item described shall have/be: 1. Disposable 2. Single Patient Use 3. Assorted Packaging 4. Variety of Solutions on Toothettes 5. Dry Toothettes 6. Durable 7. Oral Specialty Kits Available PACKING GAUZE (Samples: 4 bottles of each product to be evaluated) The item described shall have/be: 1. Multiple Widths and Lengths 2. Plain and Iodophor 3. Sterile 4. Packing Ribbon Strips 5. 100% Cotton 6. Ravel Resistant 7. Non-Linting 8. Easy to Remove from Bottle WOUND CLEANSER (Samples: 3 bottles of each product to be evaluated) The item described shall have/be: 1. pH balanced 2. Non-Cytotoxin 3. Used to Clean Superficial, partial thickness, and full thickness wounds 4. Creates Moist Environment 5. Spray/Pump Bottle 6. Antimicrobial Available 7. Variety of Sizes 8. No Rinse 9. PSI 8-12 10. Surfactin Based HYDROCOLLOIDAL WOUND DRESSING (Samples: 12 of each product to be evaluated) The item described shall have/be: 1. Light to Moderate Absorption 2. Cohesiveness/Permeability 3. Impervious Backing 4. Conformity/Moldability 5. Assorted Shapes, Sizes and Forms (paste, powder) 6. Mandatory 4 x 4 Configuration 7. Assorted Thickness 8. Adhesive Edges 9. Tapered Borders Available 10. Safe for Use on Diabetic Wounds 11. Minimal Skin Trauma upon Removal 12. Occlusive/Non-Occlusive Available 13.Composed of Gelatin, Pectin, Carboxymethylcellulose 14. Promotes autolytic Debridement 15. Impermeable to Bacteria 16. May be used under Compression Dressing 17. Permeable to Moisture Vapor NOT Water 18. No disruption to wound bed by leaving in place 3-5 days 19. Sterile 20. Instructions for Use 21. Inservice Materials Available GAUZE IMPREGNATED WITH SALINE (Samples: 12 of each product to be evaluated) The item described shall have/be: 1. Adequately Saturated with Saline 2. Non-Woven/Woven 3. 4 x 4's and Ribbon Available 4. Assorted Sizes 5. Wet and Dry Available 6. Sterile 7. Individual Packaging 8. Isotonic Solution (Wet) 9. Hypertonic Solution (Dry) 10. 4 x 8-12 ply-2 per package available NON-ADHERENT DRESSING (Samples: 12 of each product to be evaluated) The item described shall have/be: 1. Sterile 2. Assorted Sizes 3. Non-Adherent Pad 4. Adhesive and Non-Adhesive 5. Non-Woven 6. Pad Composition; absorbent cotton, rayon, or cellulose 7. Semi-Occlusive>Oxygen impermeable 8. Ease of Use 9. Water Resistant 10. Sterile withSterile Presentation 11. Cover Composition; Foraminous plastic or non-woven fabric FECAL INCONTINENCE COLLECTOR (Samples: 6 of each product to be evaluated) The item described shall have/be: 1. Ultra Thin Tapered Skin Barrier 2. Comfortable Fit 3. Up to 7 Day Wear Time 4. Skin Protection 5. Flexible Cut to Fit Barrier with Starter Hole 6. Individually Wrapped 7. Perineal Cutting Guide 8. Clear Film Pouch, Latex Free 9. Ease of Application 10. Information and Inservice Materials Available 11. Drain Spout easily connects to bedside bag 12. Thermometer port/gas vent optional 13. Odor Barrier Pouch SAFETY SYRINGES (Samples: 1 box of each product to be evaluated) The item described shall have/be: 1. Assorted Syringe Sizes; insulin, TB, 3cc-30cc 2. Ease of Use 3. Low Potential for Error 4. Secure Transport Mechanism, after medication drawn up, before injection 5. Standard Needle Sizes; 25 Ga.-18 Ga., 1/2-1 1/2 6. Variety of Syringe Tips; Luer Lock, Slip Tip, (non-luer) 7. Removable/Replaceable Needle 8. Clear, easy to read increments on syringe 9. Absence of dead space at syringe hub (or specified residual in hub) 10. Sterile 11. Individually Packaged for Sterile Presentation 12. Single Patient Use 13. Disposable 14. Instruction/Inservice Available 15. Latex Free Available Posted 08/27/99 (W-SN373457). (0239)

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