6515--Abdominal Insufflator
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the Lebanon VAMC, is conducting a Sources Sought to identify qualified vendors capable of providing an Abdominal Insufflator for CT colonography radiological studies. This notice aims to gauge market capability and assess potential set-aside opportunities. Responses are due by May 29, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST.
Purpose & Scope
The Lebanon VAMC requires an abdominal insufflator with specific salient characteristics for CT colonography. Key features include:
- Specific to CT colonography radiological studies, with anal entry into the colon.
- Mechanism for intracolonic pressure venting.
- Customizable LCD touch screen, monitoring, and recording of CO2 insufflation.
- Fully automated low-pressure CO2 insufflation capabilities and CO2 supply cylinder gauge.
- "Ready to scan" features, gradual pressure regulation, auto over-insufflation alerts, and visual displays.
- One-touch pressure venting and safety shut-down features. An accessory cart is also required. On-site vendor installation and training are mandatory, along with a first-year manufacturer warranty from the date of receipt and verification of installation/operation. All items will be shipped to the Lebanon VA Medical Center, 1700 S. Lincoln Ave., Lebanon, PA 17042.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) database. Responses should include:
- Company Name, Address, Point of Contact, Phone Number, Email Address, Unique Entity ID, CAGE Code, Tax ID Number.
- Answers to socio-economic status questions (Small Business, Veteran-Owned, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, HUBZone, Woman-Owned, Large Business) under NAICS 339112.
- GSA/FSS schedule information (if applicable).
- Product manufacturing location.
- A capability statement, relevant literature, an OEM Letter of Authorization, and a brochure/specification sheet for the product.
Set-Aside & Eligibility
This is a Sources Sought notice to determine if a set-aside for Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB) or Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) is appropriate, in accordance with 38 U.S.C. 8127(d). Firms must be verified by the SBA at https://veterans.certify.sba.gov to be considered for VA-specific veteran set-asides. The NAICS code is 339112 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies).
Key Dates & Contact
- Response Due: May 29, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST.
- Published: May 20, 2026.
- Contact: Ryan Hatfield, Contract Specialist, via email only at Ryan.Hatfield@va.gov. No phone calls will be accepted.