6515--Equipment Laser Etcher System - NIHCS
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- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the Network Contracting Office 10 (36C250), has awarded a Firm Fixed-Price contract for an Equipment Laser Etcher System to CENSIS TECHNOLOGIES, INC. This award, valued at $50,999.00, was made on May 11, 2026, for the NIHCS at the Ann Arbor Healthcare System.
Scope of Work
The contract covers the procurement of a CensiMark Laser Unit Bundle (Part # CT0206), along with associated Training & Configuration services (Part # CT0205). This equipment is essential for the NIHCS Censitrac tracking system, with the CensiMark Laser Etcher being the only verified compatible etcher by Censi Technologies, Inc.
Contract Details
- Awardee: CENSIS TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
- Award Amount: $50,999.00
- Award Date: May 11, 2026
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price
- Product Service Code (PSC): 6515 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies)
- NAICS Code: 513210
Procurement Method
This requirement was procured as a sole source under Simplified Acquisition Procedures. A Notice of Intent was previously issued, indicating the government's belief that only Censis Technologies, Inc. possessed the required capabilities due to the unique compatibility of their CensiMark Laser Etcher with the existing NIHCS Censitrac tracking system.
Additional Notes
This award notice follows a previous Notice of Intent (solicitation number 36C25026Q0512) and confirms the successful procurement of specialized laser etching equipment for the VA's healthcare system.