THIS REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) / SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE IS ISSUED SOLELY FOR INFORMATION AND PLANNING PURPOSES. THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION. SUBMISSION OF INFORMATION ABOUT PRICING, DELIVERY, THE MARKET, AND CAPABILITIES IS HIGHLY ENCOURAGED AND ALLOWED UNDER THIS RFI FOR PLANNING PURPOSES IN ACCORDANCE WITH (IAW) FAR 15.201(e). DISCLAIMER This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation. All information received in response to this RFI that is marked as proprietary 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 RFI. SOURCES SOUGHT/RFI DESCRIPTION This is NOT a solicitation announcement. This is a Sources Sought Notice / RFI only. The purpose of this Sources Sought Notice / RFI is to gain information about potential qualified sources and their size classification relative to NAICS 339113 (size standard of 800 Employees). Responses to this Sources Sought Notice / RFI will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. After review of the responses to this Sources Sought Notice / RFI, further RFIs and/or a solicitation or other announcements may be published. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking sources capable of providing surgical helmet equipment equivalent to brand Stryker. CLIN DESCRIPTION QTY UOM 0001 Stryker Steri-Shield 8 Surgical Helmet Model #0424-600-000 or equal 10 EA 0002 Stryker Steri-Shield 8 Surgical Helmet w/LED Model #0424-610-000 or equal 4 EA 0003 Stryker Steri-Shield 8 Battery Charger w/(B) NEMA Power Cord Model #0424-655-000US or equal 3 EA 0004 Stryker Steri-Shield 8 Battery Pack Model #0424-660-000 or equal 18 EA SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS CLIN 0001 Stryker Steri-Shield 8 Surgical Helmet Model #0424-600-000 or equal- Quantity: 10EA Must be designed to protect clinicians and patients from cross-infections during surgery. Must have numbers printed directly on the toga enable seamless helmet alignment and quick connection, ensuring consistency and ease of use. Must be designed with Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) Level 1 back panels that maximize breathability and airflow, keeping the wearer cool without compromising safety. Must deliver AAMI Level 4 (2012) barrier performance in all critical zones, offering the highest level of fluid and pathogen resistance. Must feature intuitive peel-away technology for rapid removal and streamlined workflow during critical procedures. CLIN 0002 Stryker Steri-Shield 8 Surgical Helmet w/LED Model #0424-610-000 or equal- Quantity: 4EA Must come with an integrated lighting capability. Must be designed to protect clinicians and patients from cross-infections during surgery. Must have numbers printed directly on the toga enable seamless helmet alignment and quick connection, ensuring…