6515--Philips Ix 4 - New Requirement - Philadelphia | EDA: XX/XX/2026 | Status: Assigned to NCO 4 Commodities 2 642-26-2-315-0052 | SEA 31400 | (VA-26-00007411)
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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 the Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center in Philadelphia, PA, is seeking a contractor for the Philips Patient Information Center (PIC) Ix 4 upgrade. This Presolicitation is for a Total Small Business Set-Aside and aims to replace an unsupported physiological monitoring software version. The upgrade is critical for maintaining safe patient monitoring and data transfer. Responses are due by April 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide unlimited emergency repair and call-back repair services, including parts, labor, and travel, for the Philips PIC Ix 4 system. This upgrade involves replacing the existing physiological monitoring software, which will no longer be supported after December 31, 2025. The new system must ensure seamless integration with the VA Medical Center's current Philips bedside monitors, telemetry systems, and centralized monitoring solutions, facilitating smooth patient data transfer to the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product Service Code: 6515 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies)
- Response Due: April 23, 2026, 4:00 PM Eastern Time
- Published Date: April 17, 2026
- Place of Performance: Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center, 3900 Woodland Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19104
Key Requirements
The Philips PIC Ix 4 upgrade is essential due to its distinctive integration capabilities with the existing infrastructure. The contractor must be the exclusive manufacturer and distributor of the PIC Ix platform to guarantee compatibility, reduce risk, and ensure operational continuity, as no alternative upgrade or replacement would outweigh the cost of a full system replacement.
Additional Notes
Contractors requiring facility access for delivery or installation must schedule visits with the VA Medical Center Bio-med department. Delivery is to the Warehouse loading dock at 3900 Woodland Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19104, between 7:00 am and 3:00 pm. Special requirements may include vaccine status, TB testing, and mandatory training (safety, privacy, IT security).