Bid guide
How to bid on the Medtronic Infinity Thoracic Tray for Veterans Affairs
What the VA is seeking
The Department of Veterans Affairs, through Network Contracting Office 6, is conducting market research for Richmond VAMC. It seeks information from businesses able to provide the brand-name Medtronic Infinity Thoracic Tray and the listed implants, screws, rods, trays, and related components.
This is a Sources Sought notice, not a request for a final bid. The VA says responses will help it assess business availability and plan its acquisition strategy.
Deadline and what happens next
Submit a written response by November 1, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Use the subject line “Medtronic Infinity Thoracic Tray.”
The notice describes this as market research. It says the government will not cover response preparation costs and will not entertain questions about this market research.
Who this opportunity suits
This notice is for manufacturers and resellers that can provide the specified Medtronic products. Respondents must say whether they are small-business manufacturers or resellers of a small-business manufacturer.
A reseller must include a manufacturer’s letter confirming authorized distributor or licenser status. The notice warns that without this letter, products may be treated as grey market and not considered technically acceptable.
How to access and respond
To reach the opportunity, click “View original source” on the portal. If the first click opens the portal homepage, click it again to go to the notice. A free account may be needed to view documents, though some notices do not require one.
Send the written response to [email protected] by the stated deadline. Include the requested information: small-business manufacturer or reseller status; whether you are interested in an FSS quote or an open-market quote, and an FSS contract number if applicable; related companies and the requested ownership and certification details; active SAM registration status and Unique Entity Identifier; a capabilities statement; and country of origin.
Prepare a clear, complete response
Use the product descriptions and numbers in the notice to check that your response addresses the full requested product set. Clearly identify what your company can provide and whether you are responding as a manufacturer or reseller.
Check each requested company, registration, certification, contract, and country-of-origin detail before sending. Include the capabilities statement and, if you are a reseller, the manufacturer’s authorization letter. Use the exact subject line requested and leave time to submit before the deadline.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
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