6515--Sources Sought Notice Digital Monitoring System Brand Name or Equal
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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 Minneapolis Medical Center, has issued a Sources Sought Notice for Digital Monitoring System Supplies and accessories, specifically the Sentec Digital Monitoring System or equivalent, for its Sleep Clinic. This is for market research purposes only; no contract will be awarded from this announcement. Responses are due by May 29, 2026, 5:00 PM Central Time.
Scope of Work
The Minneapolis VA Health Care System (MVAHCS) requires four new digital monitoring systems to replace existing problematic Transcutaneous CO2 Monitors (TCMs) in its 4-bed polysomnography lab. These systems are crucial for diagnosing hypoventilation, monitoring CO2 levels, and supporting titration sleep studies. The procurement includes purchase and delivery of the systems.
Key Salient Characteristics for the Digital Monitoring System (Brand Name or Equal):
- Continuous, non-invasive measurement of tcCO2 and tcPO2.
- Advanced sensor technology for accurate and reliable readings.
- User-friendly interface, portable design, and color touchscreen.
- Tracking and trending of patient respiratory parameters.
- Integration with hospital systems and Electronic Health Records (EHRs).
- Configurable alarms and alerts.
- Specialized, comfortable sensors.
- FDA Approval Required.
Specific Items (or equivalents) required (Qty 4 each):
- V-Sign Sensor VS-A/P/N [1/PK]
- tCOM+ Hospital USA
- tCOM+ Sensor Adapter Cable Long [1/PK] / tCOM-AC-L
- tCOM+ PSG Adapter Cable E [1/PK] / tCOM-PSG-E
- Trade-In Credit for competitive CO2 equipment upon purchase of new Sentec Monitor.
Place of Performance: Minneapolis VA Health Care System, One Veterans Drive, Minneapolis, MN 55417.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Product Service Code (PSC): 6515 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies)
- NAICS Code: 339112
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage), but potential applicability of Small Business or Veteran Owned Small-Business set-asides is noted for future solicitations.
- Response Due: May 29, 2026, 5:00 PM Central Time.
- Published Date: May 19, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Interested vendors must submit their responses via email to joseph.bloomer@va.gov.
Required Information for Submission:
- Organization's Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number.
- Description of proof of capability to provide the requested supplies.
- Answers to seven specific questions covering:
- Organization's socio-economic category.
- Manufacturer status (and authorized distributor letter if applicable).
- Certificate under FAR Provision 52.225-2(b) for country of origin.
- Eligibility for ordering against existing government contracts (e.g., FSS, GSA).
- Compliance with 13 CFR 121.406 (b)(1)(i), (b)(1)(ii), and (b)(1)(iii).
- Subcontracting plans (percentage and tasks).
- Estimated shipping and delivery information.
Failure to respond to these questions may affect the acquisition strategy. Responses will be used to determine potential small business participation and overall industry capability.
Additional Notes
This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee a future award. If applicable, VAAR 852.219-76 (Limitations on Subcontracting), FAR 52.219-14 (Limitations on Subcontracting), and VAAR 852.212-71 (Gray Market Items) may apply to a potential future solicitation.