6650--Phacoemulsification Device for the Chalmers P. Wylie VA Ambulatory Care Center, Columbus, Ohio 43219

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Chalmers P. Wylie VA Ambulatory Care Center, is seeking to purchase 2 replacement phacoemulsification devices and 17 4D handpieces for cataract extraction and lens implant surgeries. The devices will be used daily in the surgery department and must be compatible with current Alcon cataract disposables. The VA intends to solicit and negotiate with O.R. Elder Inc., the sole authorized Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Distributor for Alcon. Key features of the required devices include graphical operator interface, menu-driven operation, and advanced technologies such as Intelligent Fluidics and Thermal Sentry. • The devices must be compatible with current Alcon cataract disposables. • The phacoemulsification device has a graphical operator interface that is menu driven. • The devices will be used for cataract extraction and lens implant surgeries. • The VA is seeking to purchase 2 replacement phacoemulsification devices and 17 4D handpieces. • The devices must have advanced technologies such as Intelligent Fluidics and Thermal Sentry.