Department of Veterans Affairs, National Acquisition Center, P.O. Box 76, Bldg. 37, Hines, IL 60141-0076

65 -- SOURCES SOUGHT FOR NUMEROUS MEDICAL/SURGICAL ITEMS DUE 122998 POC Carl L. Hunter (708) 786-7783/Burnell Brusveen, Contracting Officer (708) 786-5139 Sources and product samples are being sought for the following items in support of Department of Veterans Affairs national standardization program for medical/surgical products. Bathing System (Bag In A Bath). Disposable washcloth/premoistened towlette with a rinse-free soap and moisturizing lotion, microwavable/or heating systems, for bathing hospital invalid patients. (12 SAMPLES) Self-Adherent Bandage (pressure-type). Sterile and non-sterile, numerous sizes (from 2" to 6") and colors, with covered rubber strands woven-in, lightweight, latex or/and latex-free. (12 SAMPLES) Enema Administration Set. Sterile, disposable, non-leaking, flexible, sterile lubricant, nonkinking, nontoxic tube, 22"x 24" French, 60" long with markings. (12 SAMPLES) Hand Cleaners. Foams, gels, lotions. Anti-microbial, hand-rinse degerming products, mild alcohol fragrance, ethyl alcohol; emollients to soften skin and prevent dryness; no water rising required; efficacy against gram positive bacteria, gram negative bacteria, viruses and fungi. (12 SAMPLES) Sheet Hydrogel Dressing. Synthetic material which is impregnated w/moisture reactive particles. Designed to cover and promote healing of wounds such as ulcers, pressure sores & superficial lesions. Various Sizes. (12 SAMPLES) Plastic Water Pitcher with Liner & Water Pitcher Set. Disposable, 1-quart size, graduated, with lid, various colors. (SAMPLES: 6 SETS EACH) Patient Positioners which include Abduction Pillows. Foam material, disposable and reusable, various sizes and shapes. (SAMPLES: 2 OF EACH) Stethescope. Disposable and reusable. Various types & colors. Single and dual heads. Individually boxed. (SAMPLES: 2 OF EACH) Stopcock-3 Way. Sterile, disposable for intravenous therapy. For use in administering and controlling the flow of blood and solutions for simultaneous and alternate therapy. (SAMPLES: 12 EACH) This is not a request for proposals. A solicitation will be issued once samples are evaluated. Interested parties should submit their product samples to reach the following address no later than December 29, 1998: CARL L. HUNTER (901S), ITEM MANAGEMENT DIVISION, VA SUPPLY DEPOT, BLDG 37, 1st AVENUE, NORTH OF CERMAK ROAD, HINES, IL 60141 TELEPHONE: (708) 786-7783 FACSIMILE: (708) 786-7784 Please send a fax to Burnell Brusveen at (708) 786-4974 listing the name of your company, address and telephone number, no later than January 31, 1999 if you wish to be included on the Bidders' Mailing List. Posted 12/14/98 (W-SN279985). (0348)

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