6515--Humidifier heater base, Humidifier Sensor Cartridge, and Humidifier Expiratory Heater Wire Adapter Sources Sought
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the NCO 12 Great Lakes Acquisition Center, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified Small Businesses capable of providing Humidifier Heater base, Humidifier Sensor Cartridge, and Humidifier Expiratory Heater Wire Adapter (or equal) for the Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center in North Chicago, IL. This is not a Request for Quote. Responses are due by February 12, 2026.
Scope of Requirement
The VA seeks specific medical equipment, including the 950 Humidifier Heater base, 950 Humidifier Sensor Cartridge, and 950 Humidifier Expiratory Heater Wire Adapter, or equivalent products. Key salient characteristics include:
- Therapy Profiles: Must support Invasive, Noninvasive, and Nasal High Flow ventilation.
- Temperature Probes: Must be internal, requiring no external probes or special disinfection.
- Circuit Compatibility: Must be compatible with single heated circuits for non-invasive and double heated circuits for invasive ventilation.
- User Interface: Simple, with touchscreen monitors for setting modifications, mode changes, comfort adjustments, alarm display/troubleshooting, and access to information/service menus.
- Alarms: Built-in alarms for High/Low Temperature, Water Out, Circuit Disconnect, Reverse Gas Flow, and System Checks.
- Compatibility: Must integrate with existing FHCC equipment, specifically Medtronic 980 ventilators, Philips V60 BiPAP devices, and Nihon Kohden 330, 440, and 550 ventilator systems.
Contract Details & Submission
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs, NCO 12 Great Lakes Acquisition Center
- Place of Performance: Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center, North Chicago, IL
- NAICS Code: 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing), Size Standard: 1,000 employees
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (SBA)
- Response Due: February 12, 2026, by 4:00 PM Central Standard Time
- Submission Method: Email responses to Ryan Nugent (Ryan.Nugent@va.gov). Telephonic inquiries are not accepted.
Required Submission Information
Interested firms must provide:
- Company name, address, and point of contact details.
- FSS / SEWP Contract number (if applicable).
- SAM Unique ID number and Tax ID number.
- Indication of business category (SDVOSB, VOSB, Small Business, or Other Than Small Business).
- A capability statement addressing qualifications and ability to meet the requirements.
- Documentation from the manufacturer confirming authorized distributor status.
Additional Notes
All correspondence must reference Solicitation Number 36C25226Q0244. This notice is for market research only and does not constitute a request for quote or guarantee a future solicitation.