6515--Vascular Examination Equipment
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
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 Salt Lake City VAHCS, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified vendors capable of providing Vascular Examination Equipment. This is not a solicitation but an RFI to gather information on industry capabilities. The equipment is needed to perform a comprehensive range of vascular diagnostic exams. Responses are due by 10:00 MST on March 25, 2026.
Scope of Work
The VA seeks diagnostic equipment for its vascular lab to perform various examinations, including ABIs (with Doppler or PPG), Segmental Pressures, Post Exercise ABIs & PVRs, Doppler Waveforms, Pulse Volume Recording, PVR Waveforms, PPG Digit Waveforms (TBI, DBI), Toe Pressures, Venous Reflux & VC/MVO Waveforms, Allen's / Palmer Arch Compression, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Fistula Compression, and Raynaud's PPG or Infrared.
The vendor will be responsible for delivering the equipment with standard and purchased accessories to the George E Wahlen Medical Center in Salt Lake City, UT. This includes assembly, installation, ensuring security/privacy compliance with PACS, IT, and biomed departments, and providing on-site training and tutorials upon delivery.
Equipment Requirements
Key equipment specifications include:
- Monitor: Touch-screen for infection control.
- Cart: Designated, with storage, ergonomic features, and smallest possible footprint.
- Printer: Must be included.
- Accessories: Doppler probes (5MHz, 8MHz), PPG sensors with digit clips, temperature gun, various pressure cuff sets (e.g., SC-10, SC-12, SC-12L, digit cuffs), and an automatic cuff inflator with hose attachments.
- Keyboard: Sealed, backlit, for infection control and low-light use; battery-powered option preferred.
- Compatibility: DICOM/PACS compatible.
- Services: On-site installation and in-service training required.
Submission Requirements
Interested companies must submit the following information via email to Charles.Morton@va.gov by 10:00 MST on March 25, 2026:
- Company's capability statement describing ability to provide equipment meeting salient characteristics, including specification or brochure documents.
- Company's business size (in relation to NAICS 339113) and socio-economic category (SDVOSB/VOSB/WOSB/Large Business).
- SAM UEI.
- FSS/GSA contract number (if applicable).
- Estimated lead time.
- Product manufacturing location/Country of Origin (COO).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- Response Due: March 25, 2026, 10:00 MST
- Published: April 29, 2026
- Place of Performance: Salt Lake City VAHCS, 500 Foothill Dr., Salt Lake City, UT 84148
Additional Notes
This RFI is for market research and planning purposes only and does not constitute a request for quotes or proposals. Responses are not offers and cannot form a binding contract. All expenses for responding are the responsibility of the responder. Questions must be addressed in writing to the Contract Specialist, Charles Morton (Charles.Morton@va.gov).