6515--Equipment - Non-Invasive Ventilators - Pulmonary - Cincinnati VA Medical Center

The Cincinnati VA Medical Center is seeking to procure non-invasive ventilators and training for its pulmonary department. The equipment will be used to replace the current government-owned system, which has exceeded its life expectancy and is no longer supported by the manufacturer. The Nihon Kohden NKV 330 Respiratory Unit has been identified as the only unit that meets the required capabilities, and the government intends to solicit and negotiate with Nihon Kohden America, LLC. • The procurement includes 6 respiratory ventilator units and 1 bio-med training school • The equipment must provide advanced infection control features and comprehensive respiratory support • The vendor must provide training for the equipment • The government believes that only Nihon Kohden America, LLC possesses the required capabilities to meet this requirement