Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) Surgical Instrument Sets
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, Lebanon VAMC, is requesting quotes for new Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) Surgical Instrument Sets. This procurement aims to equip the ENT Department with state-of-the-art instrumentation to enhance surgical procedure quality and efficiency, addressing a current shortage. The place of performance is Lebanon, PA. Quotes are due by April 8, 2026, at 7:00 AM ET.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide comprehensive ENT Instrument Sets, including:
- Adult Laryngoscopy Sets
- Micro Laryngoscopy Sets
- FESS (Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery) Sets
Key requirements include instruments with cleaning irrigation ports and compatibility with current Olympus and Stryker hardware. Detailed lists of specific instruments, quantities, and technical specifications are provided in the "Fillable Instrument Spreadsheet.xlsx" document.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ) with intent to award a Firm Fixed Price contract.
- Set-Aside: UNRESTRICTED.
- Delivery: Required within 30 Days After Receipt of Order (ARO) to the Lebanon VAMC.
- Quote Due: April 8, 2026, 7:00 AM ET.
- Published: March 31, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must be submitted via email to Jeff Mann (jefferson.mann@va.gov). Submissions must include:
- A completed SF 1449.
- Technical capabilities information (brochures, hyperlinks).
- A completed "Fillable Instrument Spreadsheet" (Columns A, B, C, D, and G).
- An OEM Authorization Letter if the offeror is not the Original Equipment Manufacturer.
Award will be based on a comparative evaluation of Price, Socioeconomic Considerations, Technical Capability, and Delivery Timeframe, seeking the best overall value to the Government.
Additional Notes
Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). Vendors are cautioned against contacting medical center personnel outside the Procurement Department; all inquiries must go through the Contracting POC, Jeff Mann.