6515--Brand Name Only: Alcon VCS Laser
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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 NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252), is soliciting proposals for a Brand Name Only Alcon Unity Vitreoretinal Cataract System (VCS). This Firm-Fixed-Price opportunity aims to procure one system for the Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital to support retina and cataract surgeries. The acquisition is Unrestricted, and proposals are due by April 27, 2026, at 12:00 PM CDT.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the delivery and installation of one Alcon Unity Vitreoretinal Cataract System (VCS), Manufacturer Part No. 900484665. The system must include specific salient characteristics such as foot controllers, remote control, IOP-Controlled irrigation, automatic stopcock, phacoemulsification-ultrasound, a 638nm laser, 1.5 MHz frequency, laser footswitch, console, and two Unity 4D Phaco handpieces & Ozil Frag handpieces. It must be capable of 30,000 cuts per minute, feature 4D technology, Intelligent Fluidics, and a peristaltic pump with torsional phacoemulsification mode. Installation is required to manufacturer's specifications and safety standards, to be completed during standard business hours. Delivery is expected within 30 days of award to the Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital in Hines, IL, in original sealed containers. Operation and Maintenance Manuals, along with a manufacturer's warranty covering parts, labor, travel, and shipping, are also required.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FAR 52.216-1)
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (NAICS Code: 339115 - Ophthalmic Goods Manufacturing, Size Standard: 1000 Employees). Market research indicated no suitable small business set-aside options.
- Brand Name Justification: The requirement is for a specific brand name (Alcon) to ensure continuity and compatibility with existing systems used by VA surgeons, as detailed in Section D.
- Payment: Via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) in accordance with FAR 52.232-33. Invoices must be submitted electronically through the Tungsten Network or VA's Electronic Invoice Presentment and Payment System.
Submission & Evaluation
- Basis of Award: Lowest price technically acceptable offer.
- Submission Instructions: Offerors must complete the solicitation, including Section B, hand sign it, and email the completed document with their quote to mack.taylor2@va.gov.
- Offer Due Date: April 27, 2026, at 12:00 PM CDT.
Contact Information
- Primary Point of Contact: Mack Taylor, Contract Specialist, mack.taylor2@va.gov