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 SOL VANAC-SSN-072100 DUE 081800 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. If VA chooses to use a BPA as the contracting method, those companies who do not have their products on an FSS contract will be eliminated from the competition. The VHA Medical/Surgical User Group, a group of VA physicians, 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 User Group 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 User Group meeting, SAMPLES AND PRODUCT LITERATURE MUST BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN AUGUST 18, 2000. 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: PROCEDURE MASKS WITH SHIELD (Samples: 1 Box of each type to be evaluated) The item described shall have/be: 1. Disposable 2. Single Use 3. Conforming Nose Bridge 4. Form-Fitting to Face, Pleated (Fan-Folded) 5. Elastic Band, Ties, or Ear Loops 6. Hypoallergenic 7. Fluid Resistant 8. Non-Fiberglass 9. BFE -- Bacteria Filtration Efficiency Data Information to be Included 10. Latex Free Masks also Available 11. Fluid Shield 12. Non-Cone Shape 13. Anti-Fogging 14. Lightweight 15. Odorless PROCEDURE MASKS WITHOUT SHIELD (Samples: 1 Box of each type to be evaluated) The item described shall have/be: 1. Disposable 2. Single Use 3. Conforming Nose Bridge 4. Form-Fitting to Face, Pleated (Fan-Folded) 5. Elastic Band, Ties, or Ear Loops 6. Hypoallergenic 7. Fluid Resistant 8. Non-Fiberglass 9. BFE -- Bacteria Filtration Efficiency Data Information to be Included 10. Latex Free Masks also Available 11. Non-Cone Shape 12. Anti-Fogging 13. Lightweight 14. Odorless SURGICAL MASKS WITH SHIELD (Samples: 1 Box of each type to be evaluated) The item described shall have/be: 1. Breathability 2. Comfortable 3. Durable 4. Odor-Free 5. Free of Loose Fibers 6. Glare-Proof 7. Anti-Fogging 8. Nose Bridge Protector 9. Moldable Mask 10. Fan-Folded (No Pre-Molded) 11. Ties over 12 Inches in Length 12. Ties Sewn In (Information Only) 13. Shield can be Removed Without Tearing Mask 14. Side Pieces or Wrap-Around 15. Shield Should be Moldable to the Head 16. Does Not Allow Strikethrough 17. BFE -- Bacteria Filtration Efficiency Data Information to be Included SURGICAL MASK WITHOUT SHIELD (Samples: 1 Box of each type to be evaluated) The item described shall have/be: 1. Breathability 2. Comfortable 3. Durable 4. Odor-Free 5. Free of Loose Fibers 6. Anti-Fogging 7. Nose Bridge Protector 8. Moldable Mask 9. Fan-Folded (No Pre-Molded) 10. Ties over 12 Inches in Length 11. Ties Sewn In (Information Only) 12. Side Pieces or Wrap Around 13. Does Not Allow Strikethrough 14. BFE -- Bacteria Filtration Efficiency Data Information to be Included THERMODILUTION CATHETERS (Samples: 3 of each type to be evaluated) The item described shall have/be: 1. Sterile Packaging; Individually Wrapped 2. Easy to Deliver to Sterile Field 3. Single Use 4. Radio Opaque Material for Catheter Shaft 5. 7 French with Assorted Sizes Available 6. 80 cm. 7. Shaft Marked to Document How Far the Device has been Passed 8. Thermistor Connection Adaptable to Multiple Brands of Monitoring Devices 9. 4 Ports -- CVP, RA, PA for Pressure Measure and Fluid Injection 10. Luer Lock Connectors on All Lumens 11. 1 1/2 cc Balloon Capacity 12. Balloon Inflation Syringe has Stop to Prevent Overinflation 13. Clamp, Stopcock, or Other Closure Device on Balloon Lumen 14. Kit Available (Information Only) 15. Sterile Sleeve Available 16. Compatible with Cordis 17. Pacing PA Lines Available GENERAL EXAM STETHOSCOPES (Samples: 3 of each type to be evaluated) The item described shall have/be: 1. Single Lumen 2. Rotating Diaphragm (Double Bell) 3. Tube Length Greater than 21" 4. Lightweight 5. Binaural 6. Binaural Tubes Rotate 7. One-Piece Tubing; Smooth, Flexible, Seamless 8. Cleaning Instructions 9. Composition Information (Latex, PVC, etc.) 10. Ear Tips Fit Securely 11. Economical STOPCOCKS (Samples: 12 of each type to be evaluated) The item described shall have/be: 1. Individually Packaged 2. Easy Connection (Luer Lock and Slip Lock Available) 3. Universal to IV Systems 4. 3-Way Without Tubing 5. 4-Way Without Tubing 6. Male and Female Ends 7. Use in Pressurized Lines 8. Use in Non-Pressurized Lines 9. Free Turning Valve 10. Secure Closure 11. Single Patient Use 12. Sterile 13. Configured in Manifold Composition 2, 3, 4, 6 (Information Only) 14. Directional Flow Indicators *****SPECIAL NOTICE FOR DIAPERS***** SAMPLES ARE ALSO BEING SOUGHT FOR ADULT DIAPERS. COMPANIES THAT SUBMITTED SAMPLES OF THE FOLLOWING PRODUCT PRIOR TO THE JULY MED/SURG USER GROUP MEETING DO NOT NEED TO RE-SUBMIT SAMPLES AT THIS TIME. ADULT DIAPERS, WINGED (WITH PADDING IN WINGS) (Sample: 12 of each type to be evaluated). The item described shall have/be: 1. Odor Control (Information Only) 2. Sizes Small, Medium, and Large 3. Contour 4. Wetness Indicator 5. Absorbent Polymer 6. Nonabrasive Elastic 7. Padding in Wings 8. Wicking Properties Posted 07/21/00 (W-SN477678). (0203)

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