SAM #36C25626Q1246

VA Market Research for BD Pyxis IV Prep System and Related Equipment

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 16, is seeking information from vendors for the supply and support of BD Pyxis IV Prep System and related equipment for the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston, Texas. - Government Buyer: - Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 16, Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Becton Dickinson (BD) - Mettler Toledo - Cable Matters - Plugable - Seal Glow - Storm - Products/Services Requested: - BD Pyxis IV Prep System CCE Site (part number: 135343-01, qty: 1) - BD Pyxis IV Prep System IV Prep Gravimetric Pack (part number: 137336-02, qty: 12) - Mettler Toledo Install and 5-Year Service (part number: 137928-01, qty: 12) - Mettler Toledo CarePac 2KG/200 (part number: 518055-01-1, qty: 1) - BD CATO IMP FEE - Standard Single (part number: 518051, qty: 1) - IVP 2019 Server Software Only (part number: 139281-01, qty: 1) - BD CATO IMP FEE Technical Installation (part number: 518050, qty: 1) - BD CATO Software Subscription (part number: 518048-SUB, qty: 144) - Viewer IV Prep Subscription (part number: 37876-01, qty: 12) - Additional quantities and part numbers for maintenance, support, and hardware accessories (printers, scanners, keyboards, mice, USB hubs, extension cables) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Vendors must be authorized distributors with access to OEM parts - No grey market items permitted - Vendors must provide proof of qualifications, manufacturing location, and compliance with the Non-Manufacturer Rule - Market research only; not a solicitation for bids - Technical information is accessible, with clear part numbers and quantities for each item, and emphasis on OEM sourcing and compliance.

Description

Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office (NCO) 16 Request For Information (RFI)

DISCLAIMER: THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE ONLY. THIS SYNOPSIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTE, PROPOSAL, OR BID. This notice is not a solicitation as defined by FAR 2.101, therefore it shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government to enter into a contract, nor does it restrict the Government to an acquisition approach. All information contained in this Request for Information (RFI) is preliminary as well as subject to amendment and is in no way binding on the Government. Information submitted in response to this notice is voluntary; the Government will not pay for information requested nor will it compensate any respondent for any cost incurred in developing information provided to the Government. The Government is requesting that restrictive or proprietary markings not be used in response to this notice. If a solicitation is released, it will be synopsized in the Federal Contract Opportunities website or GSA. It is the responsibility of the interested parties to monitor these sites for additional information pertaining to this RFI

1. Title: Becton Dickinson (BD) Pyxis IV Prep System

2. Purpose: The purpose of this Sources Sought is to identify potential sources which will aid in defining the procurement strategy (e.g., set-aside, sole source, unrestricted) for a solicitation the VA intends on issuing shortly for the following:

Model/Part Number Item /Description of Supplies/ Equipment Qty 135343-01 CCE Site (Covered under Enterp 1 137336-02 IV PREP GRAVIMETRIC PACK 12 137928-01 Mettler Toledo Install & 5Yr 12 518055-01-1 Mettler Toledo CarePac 2KG/200 1 518051 BD CATO IMP FEE - STANDARD SIN 1 139281-01 IVP 2019 Server Software Only 1 518050 BD CATO IMP FEE TECHNICAL INST 1 518048-SUB BD CATO SW SUBSCRIPTION (11-20 144 37876-01 Viewer IV Prep Subscription 12 135343-01-SUP CCE Site (Covered under Enterp 12 139281-01 IVP 2019 Server Software Only 12 137336-02-SUPP IV PREP GRAVIMETRIC PACK 144 137928-01-maint Mettler Toledo Install & 5Yr 144 518055-01-SUPP Mettler Toledo CarePac 2KG/200 12 518051-maint BD CATO IMP FEE - STANDARD SIN 12 518050-maint BD CATO IMP FEE TECHNICAL INST 12 ZD4AH43-D01E00EZ2 ZD421 DT PRINTER HEALTHCARE 300DPI USB HOST ENET BTLE5 US CORD 18 DS8108-HCBU2104ZVW1 DS8108-HC USB KIT SCANNER AND CBAU21-S07ZAR SHIELDED USB CABLC 18 SW106G2M Seal Glow Waterproof Silicone Keyboard- Backlit w/Magnetic Backin 12 SSH-STWM042WE-1 STORM Washable Rechargeable Wireless Medical Grade Optical Mouse w/ Scroll Wheel and Charging Base with Integrated 3 Port USB Hub - Dishwasher Safe (White)(USB) encrypted 12 USB3-HUB3ME Plugable USB Hub with Ethernet, 3 port USB 3.0 Bus Powered Hub with Gigabit Ethernet Compatible with Windows, MacBook, Linux, Chrome OS, Includes USB C and USB 3.0 Cables 12 200008-BLACK-10-2

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Cable Matters 5Gbps Long USB Extension Cable - 10ft, USB 3.0 Extension Cable, Male to Female USB3.0 Extender, Compatible with Webcam, VR Headset, Printer, Hard Drive, Black 12

The anticipated Small Business Administration (SBA) size standard for the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 541519 is 34M (employees or dollars).

1. Responses Requested: The following questions must be answered in response to this Sources Sought.
   Answers that are not provided shall be considered non-responsive to the Sources Sought:

Where are the requested items/equipment manufactured? For example: City/State, Country

Are the requested items/equipment manufactured by a small or large business? Yes or No

Is the potential vendor in compliance with the Non-Manufacturer Rule (NMR)? Yes or No

Is the Vendor an authorized distributor with access to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts which may be required in performance of this requirement?

The VA does not accept grey market items and therefore the Vendor must attach evidence of this access (Authorized Distributor letter) to be viewed by the government to be considered as part of the Market Research and responsiveness to this Sources Sought notice.

Name of potential Contractor that possess the capability to fulfill this requirement. Contractors shall also provide the following:

Point(s) of contact name: _______________________________________________ Address: ___________________________________________________ Telephone number: ___________________________________________ Email address: _______________________________________________ Company's business size: ________________________________________________ Unique Entity ID (UEI) #: ________________________________________________

Is your company considered a small business concern, SB, SDVOSB, VOSB, HUBZone, or 8A concern, with the requisite 541519 NAICS code?

Please provide proof of qualifications.

Is your company available under any Government Wide Agency Contract (GWAC), General
Services Administration (GSA) Schedule, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ), (FSS) Federal Supply Service and/or Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA)?

 If so, please identify the contract number for the Government to review as part of this Market Research. 

1. Opportunity/Market Pricing: Michael E. DeBakey (MEDVAMC) is seeking information from potential vendors on their ability to provide the required items/equipment. THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) ONLY. Small Business Concerns are encouraged to provide responses to this RFI in order to assist the HOUSTON VAMC in determining potential levels of competition and general market pricing available in the industry. Therefore, vendors are requested to submit estimated market research pricing along with their responses to the above. The estimated pricing will be considered when determining the procurement strategy for the forthcoming solicitation.

2. Sources Sought responses are due by 2:00pm (CST), August 24, 2026; size is limited to 8.5 x 11 inches, 12-point font, with 1-inch margins in Microsoft Word format via email to tiffany.burks@va.gov

The subject line shall read: Michael E. DeBakey VAMC BD Pyxis IV Prep System. NO SOLICITATION EXISTS AT THIS TIME. There is no page limitation on subparagraphs 3(a) - 3(f). Please provide the information you deem relevant in order to respond to the specific inquiries of the RFI. Information provided will be used solely by Michael E. DeBakey VAMC as Market Research and will not be released outside of the Michael E. DeBakey VAMC Purchasing and Contract Team.

1. Contact Information: Tiffany Burks tiffany.burks@va.gov

Your response to this notice is greatly appreciated!

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