6515--HYDROCOLLOID DRESSING
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Network Contracting Office (NCO) 6 on behalf of the Salem VA Medical Center in Salem, Virginia, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought request for Hydrocolloid Dressing. This effort aims to determine the feasibility of setting aside a future acquisition. Responses are due April 2, 2026.
Scope of Requirement
The VA seeks a contractor to provide Hospital Consumables and accessories, specifically Hydrocolloid Dressing, for the Pharmacy Department at the Salem VA Medical Center. The requirement is anticipated for a Base year plus 4 Option Years. The specific item requested is: DRESSING, HYDROCOLLOID, 19.1 SQUARE INCH, WOUND MATRIX, HEXAGON, SILVER, ANTIBACTERIAL (Quantity: 70 PG).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Duration: Base year + 4 option years
- Set-Aside: To be determined based on market research (currently none specified)
- Response Due: April 2, 2026, by 3:00 PM Eastern Standard Time
- Published: March 27, 2026
Market Research Information Requested
Capable contractors are invited to submit a brief capability statement addressing:
- Company Name, SAM CAGE & Unique Entity ID, Address
- Point of Contact (Name, Phone, Email)
- Socioeconomic data, Company Business Size Status and representations
- Names and types of current federal contracts/vehicles applicable to the scope
- Capabilities Statement specific to the required items
- Country of Origin
Relevant Codes
- NAICS Code: 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing)
- PSC Code: 6515 (Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies)
- Size Standard: 1000 Employees
Submission Instructions
Responses must be submitted via email in Microsoft Office format. The email subject line should include 36C24626Q0432. Phone inquiries will not be accepted.
Additional Notes
This notice is for government market research purposes only and does not constitute a request for proposal or quote. No formal solicitation exists at this time. Responses will not be returned, nor will there be any discussions or debriefings. Information obtained may inform a subsequent solicitation.