Automatic External Defibrillator
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), Network Contracting Office 15, intends to release a Request for Quotes (RFQ) for Automatic External Defibrillators (AEDs) for the Eastern Kansas VA Hospital System. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The RFQ is expected to be released on or about April 9th, 2026, with quotes due by April 20th, 2026, at 11:00 am CST.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the procurement of Automatic External Defibrillators (AEDs). Full specifications will be detailed in Section B of the forthcoming RFQ. The Product Service Code (PSC) is 6515 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies), and the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code is 334510 (Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,250 employees.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation (for an upcoming RFQ)
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price, FOB Destination
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Place of Performance: Eastern Kansas VA Hospital System, KS
- Notice ID: 36C25526Q0264
Key Dates
- RFQ Release (Anticipated): On or about April 9th, 2026
- Questions Due: April 15th, 2026, at 10:00 am CST
- Quotes Due: April 20th, 2026, at 11:00 am CST
- Published Date: April 8th, 2026
Submission & Eligibility
Quotes must be submitted via email to ronald.castle@va.gov, referencing "RFQ - 36C25526Q0264" in the subject line. Prospective contractors must be registered in SAM.gov and complete electronic annual representations and certifications as per FAR 4.12. This is a Small Business Set Aside. Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSB) and Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) must be verified in VetBiz (www.vip.vetbiz.gov). Non-OEM Firms are required to submit an Authorized Distributor Letter with their quote. All amendments and information will be posted on SAM.gov.
Point of Contact
Ron Castle Email: ronald.castle@va.gov Phone: (913) 946 - 1166