6910--339112 | Brand Name Laerdal CPR Training Equipment | Pittsburgh VA Medical Center | SDVOSB Set-Aside

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Justification for Single Source Awards (FAR Overhaul 12.102(a)) for restricting competition for acquisitions valued at or below the SAT ($350K). It outlines the need for CPR training and simulation equipment, specifically replacement neck skins for Laerdal Resusci Anne manikins and additional RQI (Resuscitation Quality Improvement) simulation carts for the Pittsburgh VA Medical Center.

This document indicates a planned procurement for Laerdal brand CPR training equipment. Key points for potential bidders include:

• Procurement Type: The justification is for restricting competition to Brand Name Only, using Laerdal model numbers and RQI carts.
• Requirement: The Pittsburgh VA Medical Center needs replacement parts for existing Laerdal manikins and additional RQI simulation carts to maintain and expand their CPR training capabilities.
• Reason for Restriction: The restriction is based on standardization with the American Heart Association's RQI Program, which the VAMC currently utilizes. Laerdal equipment is stated as uniquely compatible with RQI, and alternative equipment would require significant retraining and potentially lead to less efficient training.
• Market Research: Market research was conducted, but no alternative carts designed for RQI certification use were identified. The document notes that RQI carts have been provided by Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) sources, and Laerdal provides a list of authorized SDVOSB distributors.
• Estimated Value: An estimated value is provided, though redacted in the document.
• Contracting Officer's Certification: The purchase is approved in accordance with FAR 12.102(a), with the price to be determined fair and reasonable prior to award.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is a Request for Quotes (RFQ) for Laerdal CPR training equipment, including replacement parts and RQI simulation carts, for the Pittsburgh VA Medical Center. The acquisition aims to expand the Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) training program by increasing the number of RQI carts and maintaining existing manikins with replacement parts.

• Brand Name Requirement: Only Laerdal make/model numbers are acceptable.

• Deliverables:

  • 5 x Laerdal RQI Carts (Product Number 2020-00101)
  • 15 x Neck Skins with Fasteners (Product Number 2020-152002)

• Manufacturer's warranty and relevant manuals (operator, procedure, troubleshooting, maintenance) must be provided if available.

• Delivery must be Freight on Board Destination to the Pittsburgh VA Medical Center.

• Solicitation Number: 36C24426Q0279

• Issue Date: 02-06-2026

• Offer Due Date: 02-20-2026 at 3:00 PM EST

• Questions Deadline: 02/12/2026 at 3:00 PM ET via email to Eric.Christy@va.gov.

• Submission Method: Quotes must be submitted via email only.

• Quote Structure: Quotes must include separate electronic copies for Section I (Administrative/Regulatory), Section II (Technical), and Section III (Price).

• Evaluation: Quotes will be evaluated on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. Technical compliance is required, followed by price evaluation.

• This acquisition is unrestricted.

• NAICS Code: 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing)

• Size Standard: 1000 Employees

• Offerors must carefully review the Addendum to FAR 52.212-1 for specific submission instructions.

• All questions must be submitted via email to the Contracting Representative; contact with medical center personnel before award is prohibited.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Request for Quotes (RFQ) for brand name Laerdal CPR training equipment, specifically replacement manikin parts and RQI CPR simulation carts. The equipment is to be delivered to the Pittsburgh VA Medical Center.

• Brand name Laerdal CPR training equipment.

• Replacement manikin parts.

• RQI CPR simulation carts.

• Details, model numbers, and additional information are provided within the solicitation document.

• Not specified in the provided text.

• Response Date/Time/Zone: 02-20-2026 3:00pm EASTERN TIME, NEW YORK, USA.

• A redacted Brand Name Justification is attached as required by FAR 5.201(c)(3).

• This opportunity is a SDVOSB (Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business) Set-Aside.

• The solicitation number is 36C24426Q0279.

• The NAICS Code is 339112.

• The Product/Service Code is 6910.

• The Place of Performance is Pittsburgh VA Medical Center, Pittsburgh PA 15240, USA.

• Contact: Eric Christy, Contract Specialist, Eric.Christy@va.gov (Email only).

• Attached documents include: S02 36C24426Q0279 BN Laerdal CPR Equipment PITT and Redacted Brand Name Justification - Laerdal CPR Training Equipment.