6515--VA Medical/Surgical Prime Vendor (MSPV) PPE Industry Day Announcement

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Attachment A, titled "Public Law 117-58 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act." It contains the full text of the "Make PPE in America Act" and related provisions.

• Subtitle C - Make PPE in America Act: This section outlines findings related to the vulnerability of US supply chains for personal protective equipment (PPE) and the need for a robust domestic supply chain.
• Requirement of Long-Term Contracts for Domestically Manufactured Personal Protective Equipment: Mandates that contracts for PPE procurement be issued for at least 2 years to incentivize domestic production and that the PPE itself be grown, reprocessed, reused, or produced in the United States.
• Alternatives and Exceptions: Details conditions under which these domestic production requirements may not apply, such as when domestic sources are not feasible or during public health emergencies.
• Reporting Requirements: Mandates a report from the Director of the Office of Management and Budget on the procurement of PPE, including a long-term domestic procurement strategy and demand estimates.
• Transfer of Equipment: Authorizes the transfer of excess PPE during a public health emergency.

This document establishes the legal framework and requirements for government procurement of personal protective equipment, emphasizing domestic production and long-term contracts. Bidders involved in manufacturing or supplying PPE should review this act to understand the government's policy and contractual requirements, particularly regarding domestic sourcing and contract duration.

Amendment / Modification

• Amendment 0001 updates the Industry Day announcement.

• Clarifies that the Industry Day is specifically for "Make PPE In America" compliant items.

• Adds Attachment A - Public Law 117-58 "Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act" for informational purposes.

• The original Industry Day announcement is updated.

• Attachment A (Public Law 117-58) is added.

• No changes to proposal deadlines or submission requirements are indicated by this amendment. The primary impact is on the scope of items relevant to the Industry Day.

Other / Unclassified

This document announces the "MSPV Make PPE in America Industry Day" hosted by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) on May 12, 2026. The event aims to bring together suppliers, manufacturers, and stakeholders involved in Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to foster collaboration and improve procurement processes for the VA's Medical/Surgical Prime Vendor (MSPV) Program. The event will cover VA's MSPV Program, PPE procurement needs, and processes, with a Q&A session and opportunities for supplier presentations. It will be held in conjunction with the Coalition for Government Procurement (CGP) Spring Training Conference.

• Event Date & Time: Tuesday, May 12, 2026, with specific times for booth setup (8:00-9:00 AM) and opening statements (9:15-9:30 AM).
• Location: Fairview Marriott, Falls Church, Virginia.
• Cost: The Industry Day event is free of charge. The CGP conference has a separate registration process and cost.
• Attendance: No virtual attendance; it is an in-person booth presentation and touch-and-feel event.
• Target Audience: PPE Manufacturers and Suppliers, PPE Medical/Surgical Product Distributors, Industry Stakeholders, and Supply Chain Management Professionals.
• Key Information: Attendees can learn about the VA's MSPV Program, current and future PPE requirements, procurement processes, and showcase products.
• Registration: Required by 12:30 PM Eastern on April 7, 2026, via email to Matthew McDonell (Matthew.McDonell@va.gov) and Sarah Scott (Sarah.Scott1@va.gov), including company name, contact information, attendee count, SB status, SAM UEI and DUNS, and PPE product information.
• Definition of PPE: Includes surgical masks, N95 masks, respirators, face shields, protective eyewear, gowns, head/foot coverings, and other protective gear, all compliant with the "Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act" and "Make Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in America Act". Gloves are excluded. Information on specific PPE items with no compliant items available is also welcome.

Other / Unclassified

This document is an announcement for the VA Medical/Surgical Prime Vendor (MSPV) PPE Industry Day, scheduled for May 12, 2026. The event aims to bring together suppliers, manufacturers, and stakeholders in the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) sector to discuss the VA's MSPV Program. The event will cover PPE procurement needs and processes, feature supplier presentations, and include a Q&A session. It is an in-person event with no virtual attendance option. The Industry Day is held in conjunction with the Coalition for Government Procurement (CGP) Spring Training Conference (May 13-14, 2026).

This announcement is relevant to potential bidders interested in the VA's MSPV Program. It provides details on:

• Date and Time: Tuesday, May 12, 2026, with specific times for booth setup and opening statements.
• Location: Fairview Marriott, Falls Church, Virginia.
• Purpose: To understand the VA's MSPV Program, its impact on PPE procurement, current and future PPE requirements, and to network with VA officials and industry leaders.
• Target Audience: PPE Manufacturers and Suppliers, PPE Medical/Surgical Product Distributors, Industry Stakeholders, and Supply Chain Management Professionals.
• Registration: Free for the Industry Day event. Registration is required by 12:30 pm Eastern on April 7, 2026, via email to Matthew McDonell and Sarah Scott, providing company name, attendee count, SB status, SAM UEI and DUNS, and PPE product information.
• Related Event: Information and registration details for the separate, cost-associated CGP Spring Training Conference are also provided.

Other / Unclassified

This document is an announcement for an "Industry Day" event hosted by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) regarding their Medical/Surgical Prime Vendor (MSPV) Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) program. The event aims to foster collaboration with suppliers, manufacturers, and industry stakeholders involved in PPE production and distribution.

• Event Purpose: To enhance procurement and supply chain processes for PPE serving veterans and healthcare providers.
• Target Audience: PPE Manufacturers and Suppliers, PPE Medical/Surgical Product Distributors, Industry Stakeholders, and Supply Chain Management Professionals.
• Key Benefits for Attendees: Understand the VA's MSPV Program and PPE procurement, learn about current/future PPE requirements, network with VA officials and industry leaders, gain insights into VA procurement processes, and showcase PPE products.
• Event Details:
  • Date: Tuesday, May 12, 2026
  • Time: Booth/Table 8:00am - 9:00am; MSPV/MSPO opening statements 9:15am - 9:30am
  • Location: Fairview Marriott, Falls Church, Virginia
  • Cost: Free of charge
  • Format: In-person only (Individual Booth Presentation & Touch and Feel Event).
• Agenda: Includes Welcome, VA's MSPV PPE Procurement Needs and Processes, Q&A, and Supplier Presentations.
• Registration: Interested parties must register by 12:30pm Eastern on April 7, 2026, by emailing Matthew McDonell (Matthew.McDonell@va.gov) and Sarah Scott (Sarah.Scott1@va.gov) with company name, contact info, attendee count, SB status, SAM UEI/DUNS, and PPE product.
• Associated Event: The VA's Industry Day coincides with the Coalition for Government Procurement (CGP) Spring Training Conference (May 13-14, 2026) at the same venue. Separate registration and cost apply for the CGP conference.