6515--Impedance Planimetry System
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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.
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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) is seeking quotations for an Impedance Planimetry System for the Gastroenterology Department at the VA San Diego Healthcare System. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity under NAICS 339112. The Government intends to award a single Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) contract. Quotations are due by June 15, 2026, at 1:00 PM Pacific Time.
Purpose & Scope
The VA requires a direct replacement for their current Endoflip 100 Impedance Planimetry System, which is nearing end-of-life. The new system will be used for diagnosing GI motility disorders in Veterans by measuring pressures and dimensions in the esophagus, stomach, and anus, and for estimating gastric band stoma size. The scope includes the purchase, delivery, and on-site installation of a new, current generation, FDA-approved system.
Key Requirements
Offerors must propose a system that meets all salient physical, functional, and performance characteristics detailed in Attachment B – Statement of Work. Key characteristics include:
- Clinical Function: Real-time measurement and display of intraluminal dimensions and pressure, assessment of distensibility/compliance, "topography-style" visualization, and support for pediatric esophageal measurements (age 5+).
- Display & Data Capture: Continuous display of estimated balloon diameter, numerical/graphical output, balloon pressure, volume, and distensibility. Must support patient/study identifiers, saving snapshots, and continuous recording for at least 6 hours.
- System Configuration: Must include a pump/drive unit, integrated or dedicated display, and mobile cart compatibility.
- Product Integrity: Only new Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) items are accepted; no used, refurbished, remanufactured, gray market, or counterfeit supplies. Vendors must be an OEM, authorized dealer, distributor, or reseller, verified by an authorization letter.
- Delivery: Within 30 days After Receipt of Order (ARO), FOB Destination, with all shipping costs inclusive. Delivery and installation must be coordinated 72 hours in advance.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 339112 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies)
- Place of Performance: VA San Diego Medical Center, 3350 La Jolla Village Drive, San Diego, CA 92161
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotations Due: Monday, June 15, 2026, 1:00 PM Pacific Time.
- Questions Due: Monday, June 8, 2026, 1:00 PM Pacific Time.
- Submission Method: Electronically via email to Samuel.Han@va.gov. The email subject line must reference solicitation number 36C26226Q0861.
- Required Documents:
- Completed Attachment A – Schedule of Pricing (with all unlocked fill-ins/tabs completed, including unit prices and product details).
- Attachment B – Statement of Work (with clear information/narrative/reference demonstrating how the product meets each salient characteristic).
- Completed Buy American Certificate.
- Offeror’s SAM Unique Entity ID (UEI).
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the responsible offeror with the lowest priced quotation that meets all salient characteristics in Attachment B and additional delivery requirements, and is both responsive and responsible.
Important Clauses
This solicitation includes clauses related to DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors (52.222-90), Buy American (52.225-1, 52.225-2), Security Prohibitions and Exclusions (52.240-90, 52.240-91), Gray Market Items (852.212-71), and Electronic Submission of Payment Requests (VAAR 852.232-72).
Contact Information
For questions, contact Samuel Han, Contract Specialist, at Samuel.Han@va.gov or 562-766-2314.