6515--Portable Suction Aspirators for the Veterans Healthcare System of the Ozarks-Fayetteville AR 72703
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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) is soliciting quotes for 25 Portable Suction Aspirators for the Veterans Healthcare System of the Ozarks in Fayetteville, AR. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by June 15, 2026, 11:00 AM Central Time.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the procurement of 25 portable suction aspirators, specifically the "Care-E-Vac Plus" or an "equal" product. These devices are intended for emergency suction, patient transport, and as backup suction for the Fayetteville Veterans Healthcare System. Key salient characteristics for the aspirators include:
- Three-LED battery status indicator.
- 12 VDC oil-less diaphragm pump.
- Adjustable vacuum range from 0 to 550 mmHg.
- Rotary-style vacuum control.
- Power requirements: 120 VAC, 0.75A, 60 Hz.
- 12-volt rechargeable battery with at least one-hour continuous operation.
- Flow rate of at least 30 Lumen per minute.
- Must meet IEC 60601-1-2 standards.
- Attachable disposable plastic canister with mechanical shut-off.
- Minimum 3-year manufacturer warranty. Delivery of all units is required within 60 days After Receipt of Order (ARO).
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Period of Performance: July 6, 2026, to October 5, 2026.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business.
- Quotes Due: June 15, 2026, 11:00 AM Central Time.
- Questions Due: June 10, 2026, 1:00 PM CDT.
- Published: June 8, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must be submitted electronically via email to latonya.mack@va.gov. Required quote content includes company name, address, UEI, point of contact, technical description, product specifications/brochures, price quote, delivery timeframe, warranty information, and verification of business status. Award will be made on a Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis to a responsible offeror whose quote meets all technical requirements and delivery timelines.
Additional Notes
Offerors must have current registration in the System for Award Management (SAM). Brand Name or Equal products must meet or exceed all specified salient characteristics. Failure to provide required documentation or information may result in a technically unacceptable or non-responsive rating.