6515--Velys Spine Robot Brand Name or Equal
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- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, is soliciting proposals for a Velys Spine Robot Brand Name or Equal system. This Firm Fixed-Price contract aims to acquire one robotic-assisted surgical system and associated components to enhance spinal surgery precision and efficiency, supporting an increased neurosurgery workload. The solicitation is UNRESTRICTED, but offers evaluation credit for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB). Proposals are due March 24, 2026, at 4:00 PM EDT.
Purpose & Scope
This solicitation (36C24426Q0241) seeks a Velys Spine Robot system or equivalent for the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System. The system will support the expansion of neurosurgery workloads, specifically for spinal navigation surgeries, improving patient outcomes and handling an anticipated caseload of 2-4 procedures per week for the facility's four neuro/spine surgeons. This is a "Brand Name or Equal" requirement.
Key Requirements & Deliverables
The required system must be a robotic-assisted surgical system capable of:
- Assisting surgeons in identifying anatomical structures, placing spinal implants, and positioning/orienting surgical instruments.
- Operating in both Freehand Navigation Guidance and Robotic-Assisted Guidance modes.
- Compatibility with existing DePuy Synthes Spine Systems (e.g., CROSSNAV™, EXPEDIUM VERSE™, VIPER PRIME™, SYMPHONY™ OCT, TriALTIS™, ANSPACH™ EG1™).
- Image agnostic, compatible with various intraoperative imaging devices (e.g., GE 3D C-Arm, O-Arm System).
- Utilizing single-use arrays for each spine procedure.
- Featuring a modular active-robotic assist station where the navigation system can operate independently. The robotic arm must be manually manipulable, track patient movement, maintain alignment, and include a "screw release mode."
- Software must assist in planning pedicle screws, track arrays in real-time, feature a touchscreen GUI, and allow toggling between Robotic Assist and Freehand Mode.
- The contractor must provide training sessions for relevant staff upon request.
- A one (1) year warranty is required, commencing upon successful installation and validation.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Product Service Code: 6515 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies)
- NAICS Code: 339113
- Place of Performance: VA Pittsburgh Healthcare, University Drive C, Pittsburgh, PA 15240, United States.
- Delivery: All line items must be delivered within 60 Days After Receipt of Order (ARO) to VA Pittsburgh Healthcare, University Drive C (Warehouse), Pittsburgh PA 15240.
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: March 24, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT.
- Submission Instructions: Offers must be submitted in writing to Andrew.Taylor3@va.gov, referencing solicitation number 36C24426Q0241.
- Evaluation Approach: Comparative evaluation based on Technical/Quality, Past Performance, Veterans Involvement, and Price.
- Technical/Quality: Assesses meeting/exceeding requirements, authorized distributor letter (if applicable), warranty, and delivery timeframe.
- Past Performance: Assesses risk based on previous performance.
- Veterans Involvement: Credit for SDVOSB/VOSB status, requiring verification in the VIP database.
- Price: Total of all line-item prices.
Contact Information
- Contracting Officer: Andrew L Taylor (Andrew.Taylor3@va.gov)