Intent to Sole Source - Service Maintenance and Support for I.V.E. Imaging System
Overview
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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 National Institute of Health, Clinical Center (NIH-CC) has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for Service Maintenance and Support for the I.V.E. Imaging System. NIH-CC intends to negotiate with Mauna Kea Technologies on an other than full and open competition basis. This system is crucial for diagnostic bronchoscopy procedures on adult and pediatric patients, enabling microscopic viewing of cells to increase diagnostics and decrease turnaround time. Responsible sources capable of providing the required services may submit a capability statement by June 19, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The required services include comprehensive support for the I.V.E. Imaging System, which allows for microscopic viewing of cells during bronchoscopy. This ensures safe and effective patient care and prompt diagnosis by minimizing downtime. Services encompass:
- Preventative maintenance
- Repair services
- Technical support
- Software updates
- Training
- Loaner equipment
- Probe replacement
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Intent to Sole Source)
- Statutory Authority: 41 U.S.C. 253(c)(1) as implemented by FAR 6.302-1 (only one responsible source).
- Intended Vendor: Mauna Kea Technologies
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Product/Service Code: 6515 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies)
- Capability Statement Due: June 19, 2026, 12:00 PM Eastern Standard Time
- Published: June 4, 2026
- Place of Performance: Bethesda, MD 20892, United States
Additional Notes
This is NOT a Request for Proposal. All responsible sources that believe they can provide the required services may submit a capability statement. Responses will be considered by the Government, but a determination not to compete this requirement, based on responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the Government. Submissions should reference NOI-OLAO-CC-26-006333 in the subject line and be emailed to valerie.gregorio@nih.gov.