6515--Portable Ultrasound 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.
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 North Florida / South Georgia VA Healthcare System Cardiology Department, is seeking to procure one Portable Ultrasound System. This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation issued as a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. The system must include all required accessories and manufacturer components. Quotes are due by June 10, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a single Portable Ultrasound System designed for bedside use in high-use clinical environments at the Malcom Randall VA Medical Center in Gainesville, FL. Key features include a portable, compact design, high-resolution imaging, durable construction, user-friendly touchscreen interface, rapid boot-up time, and battery operation with sufficient runtime. The system must be compatible with multiple transducers (linear, phased array, curvilinear) and support image storage and export (USB, network, or PACS integration).
Specific components and capabilities required are:
- Accessories: Four (4) large baskets, one (1) gel holder, a stand, and an integrated battery.
- Documentation: Service manuals and user guide via USB.
- Salient Characteristics: Broadband transducer technology; imaging modes including 2D/B-mode, M-mode, Color Doppler, Pulse Wave Doppler, Color Velocity, and Power Doppler. Features like Auto-Gain with tissue optimization, Tissue harmonic imaging, Voice Assist technology, adjustable depth/gain/frequency controls, digital image optimization, and preset configurations are mandatory.
- Display & Storage: Touchscreen, high-resolution display (minimum 21" or equivalent), internal storage with data transfer capability.
- Battery: Rechargeable battery with a minimum of 2 hours continuous operation.
- Connectivity: DICOM compatibility for integration with hospital systems.
- Transducers: Must include C5-1 (5-1 MHz, curved, max 30 cm), L12-3 (12-3 MHz, linear, max 9 cm), and P5-1 (5-1 MHz, phased-array, max 35 cm).
- Support: Full installation, one (1) day of on-site training, and one (1) year of post-installation support.
- Warranty: Manufacturer(s) extended warranty on all provided equipment and accessories.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Place of Performance: Malcom Randall VA Medical Center, Gainesville, FL.
- Period of Performance: Delivery is required within 30-45 Days After Receipt of Order (ARO).
- Product Service Code (PSC): 6515 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies).
- NAICS Code: 334510.
Submission & Evaluation
- Vendor Questions: Must be submitted via email to scott.brickey@va.gov no later than Wednesday, June 3, 2026, by 2:30 PM EST.
- Quote Submission: Quotes must be submitted via email only to scott.brickey@va.gov no later than Wednesday, June 10, 2026, by 4:30 PM EST.
- Evaluation Factors: Technical, Delivery, and Price. Technical and Delivery combined are considered more important than Price.
Eligibility
This opportunity is a 100% set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs).
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Scott K Brickey, Contracting Officer, at scott.brickey@va.gov or 352-283-2837.