6515--COMPUTER-AIDED DETECTION SYSTEMS
Overview
Buyer
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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 Network Contracting Office 22, is soliciting quotes for Computer-Aided Detection Systems, including the Medtronic PTEYE Bundle or an equal product. This Firm-Fixed-Price contract aims to procure medical equipment for the San Diego VA Medical Center in San Diego, California. This opportunity is a Total Set-Aside for Verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs). Quotes are due by May 26, 2026, at 3:00 PM PST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the procurement of a Medtronic PTEYE Bundle, or an equivalent system, along with its associated components: User Guide, Console, Foot Pedal, Power Supply, and Power Cord. Key services include installation, on-station in-service training, and end-user training.
Salient Characteristics for Equal Products:
- Must provide real-time parathyroid detection.
- Utilize near-infrared autofluorescence for confirmation.
- Achieve up to 96% accuracy.
- Be compatible with Medtronic Console Software.
- Include a one-year warranty.
- Require onsite in-person training.
Delivery and Security: Delivery is required at the San Diego VA Medical Center and must be coordinated with the VA COR POC. Vendors must comply with VA information security standards, and personnel requiring access to VA computer systems will undergo background investigations. A standard manufacturer industry warranty is required; extended warranties needing advance payment are not accepted.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Product Service Code: 6515 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies)
- NAICS Code: 339112
- Set-Aside: Total Set-Aside for Verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) per VAAR 852.219-73.
- Place of Performance: Department of Veterans Affairs San Diego VA HCS, San Diego, CA 92161.
Submission & Evaluation
- Questions Due: Wednesday, May 21, 2026, by 3:00 PM PST via email.
- Quote Due: Monday, May 26, 2026, by 3:00 PM PST.
- Submission Method: Email quotes to HANAN.MCCULLICK@VA.GOV.
- Quote Format: Limited to 15 pages (excluding pricing schedule). Must clearly demonstrate how "equal to items" meet all salient characteristics.
- Evaluation Criteria: Technical acceptability (meeting salient characteristics) and lowest price. Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose offer is most advantageous and conforms to the solicitation.
- Mandatory Requirements:
- SAM Registration: Required before purchase order issuance and throughout contract performance.
- Authorized Distributor Letter (ADL): Required from the manufacturer for suppliers, distributors, and resellers. Must be signed within 90 days and on manufacturer's letterhead.
- Buy American Act Compliance: Offerors must provide an itemized list, country of origin, final assembly location, percentage of domestic content, manufacturer identification, and TAA status.
Point of Contact
For inquiries, contact Hanan McCullick, Contract Specialist, at Hanan.Mccullick@va.gov or 562-766-2234.