J065--Confocal System Service Contract
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 Veterans Health Administration, Network Contracting Office 02, intends to solicit from a single source for Confocal System Service for the FLUOVIEW Confocal System at the New Jersey Health Care System. This is a Special Notice indicating intent to award to Evident Scientific MIS, Inc., but other firms may submit capability statements. Responses are due Monday, June 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST.
Scope of Work
This service contract requires as-needed maintenance and repair services for the FLUOVIEW Confocal System. Key requirements include:
- Annual preventative maintenance visits.
- On-site maintenance and repair.
- Provision of necessary parts. These services are essential for heavily utilized equipment critical to Research Service activities involving biomedical research, addressing regular wear and tear.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Special Notice (Intent to Sole Source)
- Anticipated Period of Performance: August 21, 2026, through August 20, 2027 (one year).
- Product Service Code (PSC): J065 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Medical, Dental, And Veterinary Equipment And Supplies)
- NAICS Code: 811210 (Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance)
- NAICS Size Standard: $34 Million
- Response Due: Monday, June 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST.
- Published Date: June 3, 2026
Evaluation
This is NOT a notice for competitive quotes. However, any firm believing it can meet the requirements may submit a written notice with supporting evidence to demonstrate their ability to perform. Responses will be evaluated, but the Government retains sole discretion on whether to compete the procurement. If no responses are received, the Government will proceed with the award to the intended source.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
- Intended Source: Evident Scientific MIS, Inc.
- Set-Aside: None specified, as this is an intent to sole source.
Additional Notes
- Place of Performance: New Jersey Health Care System, 385 Tremont Ave, Building 16, Room 16-173, East Orange, NJ 07018.
- Submission Method: Email responses to Contracting Specialist Lee Kern at lee.kern@va.gov. Telephone requests or inquiries will not be accepted.
- Contracting Office: Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 02.