6515--NKV-330 Ventilation System AP: 36C252-26-AP-1566
Overview
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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 VISN 12 Captain James A. Lovell FHCC in North Chicago, IL, is conducting market research via a Sources Sought Notice to identify authorized distributors for NKV-330 Ventilation Systems and related components. This effort aims to gather information from qualified sources under NAICS 334510 (Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing). Responses are due by February 12, 2026.
Scope of Requirement
The VA is seeking authorized distributors for the following items, or their "equal" equivalents:
- 12 units of the ETCO2 package of NKV-330, including a wheeled trolley, TG-980 ETCO2 smart cable, dual oxygen cylinder holder, circuit arm, waterbag pole, and 8ft DISS oxygen hose.
- 12 units of a One Year Extended Warranty providing on-site repair and replacement services.
- 1 unit of Training for one learner, covering in-person, hands-on instruction for biomedical and service technicians on operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and calibrating the ventilator.
Salient characteristics for "or equal" equipment include multi-therapy consolidation (NIV and high-flow oxygen), direct IPAP/EPAP input, 72-hour full-disclosure data storage, dual HEPA filtration, hot-swappable battery, open circuit compatibility, internal flow sensor, and integrated continuous EtCO monitoring.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must demonstrate they are authorized distributors of the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). Responses should include:
- Company name, address, point of contact, SAM.gov UEID, and email.
- Company size status (e.g., SDVOSB, VOSB, HUBZone, WOSB, Large Business); certified SDVOB/VOSB is required.
- Confirmation of small business status under NAICS 334510.
- If proposing "or equal" equipment, provide product information proving compliance with salient characteristics.
- Country of origin for products.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (informational purposes only, not a solicitation)
- NAICS: 334510 - Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing
- PSC: 6515 - Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies
- Set-Aside: No formal set-aside for this Sources Sought, but the government is interested in small businesses meeting 13 CFR 121.406 requirements.
- Response Due: February 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM Central Time.
- Published: January 29, 2026.
Additional Notes
This is strictly for market research; the government will not pay for information received. Participation does not guarantee future business. Vendors must be registered in SAM.gov for any future solicitations. Questions should be directed to Rebecca Picchi at rebecca.picchi@va.gov.