6515--Radiation Infusion Controllersview on SAM.gov

THIS REQUEST IS FOR SOURCES SOUGHT AND IS ISSUED SOLELY FOR INFORMATION AND PLANNING PURPOSES ONLY AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A SOLICITATION. THE SUBMISSION OF PRICING, CAPABILITIES FOR PLANNING PURPOSES, AND OTHER MARKET INFORMATION IS HIGHLY ENCOURAGED AND ALLOWED UNDER THIS SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE IN ACCORDANCE WITH (IAW) FAR 15.201(e). DISCLAIMER This Sources Sought Notice is issued solely for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. All information received in response to this Sources Sought Notice is marked as proprietary and will be handled accordingly. IAW FAR 15.201(e), responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this Sources Sought Notice. SOURCES SOUGHT DESCRIPTION This is NOT a solicitation announcement. This is a Sources Sought Notice only. The purpose of this Sources Sought Notice is to gain knowledge of potential qualified sources and their size classification relative to NAICS code 334510 (size standard of 1,250 employees). Responses to this Sources Sought Notice will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. After review of the responses to this Sources Sought Notice, a solicitation announcement may be published. Responses to this sources sought synopsis are not considered adequate responses for a solicitation announcement. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), VISN 02 Network Contracting Office, is seeking sources that can provide one (1) MR-Safe infusion pump to support patients who depend on continuous intravenous infusion therapy during MRI examinations and other components listed below. This Radiation Infusion Controller at a minimum must meet the following salient characteristics: The Radiation Infusion Controllers must be fully supported platform designed to enhance patient safety, improve clinician usability, and ensure long-term serviceability. Its intuitive user interface, advanced remote-control capabilities, and continued manufacturer support align with the VA's goals of maintaining safe, efficient, and scalable MRI operations while supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care. A. Safety Classification MR-Safe as defined by ASTM F2503. Certified safe for use up to 3.0 Tesla. No detectable magnetic attraction, torque, or RF interference. B. Performance Specifications Ability to deliver IV medications at standard infusion rates. Compatibility with continuous, bolus, and programmable modes. Battery Life >8hours continuous 125mL/hr + Battery sharing when docked. Intuitive programming, for new or infrequent users of the MRI pump C. Physical and Operational Characteristics Constructed of non-ferromagnetic materials. Clear visual user interface suitable for MRI lighting. No RF emissions that degrade image quality. D. Accessories MR-Safe tubing sets and connectors. Charging dock is located outside MRI room. Non-M…