W065--Negative Pressure Wound VAC Therapy Rental Pittsburgh VAMC | Intent to Sole Source
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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), specifically Network Contracting Office 4 (NCO 4), intends to award a sole source contract to KCI USA, INC. (Solventum Advanced Wound Care) for the daily rental of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) Units at the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System (VAPHS). This action ensures continuity of care, as VAPHS has standardized on KCI brand Wound V.A.C. rentals. While this is not a request for competitive quotes, interested and capable firms may submit capability statements. Responses are due by April 28, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the daily rental of KCI V.A.C. Ulta™ Therapy Units for the Pittsburgh VA Medical Center and H.J. Heinz III campus. Key deliverables include:
- Provision of NPWT units capable of -75 to -200mmHg pressure, with continuous and intermittent operation, and alarm notifications.
- Supply of eight (8) spare NPWT devices (6 for University Drive, 2 for H.J. Heinz campus) at no additional charge.
- 24/7/365 availability for delivery, setup, and pickup of equipment.
- Replacement of used stock devices within 24 hours and delivery of additional devices within 4 hours of order placement.
- Pickup of discontinued devices within 24 hours of notification.
- Annual or as-needed in-servicing and training for clinical staff on product use, ordering, and protocols.
- Contractor personnel must complete VA Privacy Training and obtain VA Contractor ID badges.
- Payment will be for actual use, with invoices adjusted for discontinued rentals; contractors shall not bill VA beneficiaries or third-party insurance.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Task Order against FSS contract #36F79723D0119.
- Period of Performance: A base one-year period plus four one-year option periods.
- NAICS Code: 532283 (Rental and Leasing of Consumer Goods).
- Small Business Size Standard: $41.0 Million.
- Set-Aside: Intent to Sole Source (no specific set-aside for this notice).
Submission Requirements & Evaluation
This is not a request for competitive quotes. However, any responsible firm believing it can meet the requirements may submit a written notification and capability statement. Submissions must include:
- Company Name, SAM UEI number, and address.
- Point of Contact information (title, phone number, email).
- Business size and socioeconomic status.
- A comprehensive capability statement.
- Vendors must indicate if they are the direct supplier and provide supporting evidence, including relevant experience, applicable contract numbers, total contract dollar amounts, contract period of performance, details of relevant services, and customer points of contact. Responses will be evaluated, but the government reserves the discretion not to compete the proposed procurement.
Deadlines & Contact
- Responses Due: Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
- Submission Method: Email to arlene.albrite@va.gov.
- Contact: Arlene Albrite, Contract Specialist.