J066--650-26-3-8051-0054: Nutrace Laser Etching SPS
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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 NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 01 (36C241), has issued a Special Notice indicating its intent to award a firm-fixed-price sole-source contract to Martin Aijs LLC for Nutrace Laser Etching Certified Laser Operator/Trainer services. These services are required at the Providence VA Medical Center to support the NuTrace Laser Etching equipment. Interested parties must submit evidence of their capability by June 1, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide one Certified Laser Operator/Trainer on a quarterly basis for one year. Key services include:
- Performing laser marking, neutralization, tray auditing, and count sheet revisions.
- Conducting replacements, quality inspection, and reporting.
- Providing preventative maintenance and repair for the NuTrace System.
- Ensuring all services use OEM parts, tools, and materials, with the contractor having access to these for timely repairs.
- Documenting revised and updated count sheets to reflect correctly assembled trays.
- Guaranteeing that instruments receiving a laser mark are acceptable to the surgeon.
- Focusing on scanner functions, prep and pack assembly, and laser production.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Sole Source (Notice of Intent)
- Period of Performance: June 1, 2026 – May 31, 2027
- Intended Contractor: Martin Aijs LLC (SDVOSB)
- Response Due: June 1, 2026, 12:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST)
- Published: May 22, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
This is not a request for competitive proposals. However, interested parties may identify their interest and capability to respond. Any response must provide clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. The Government's intent to award sole-source is based on 10 U.S.C 2304 (C)(1) and FAR 6.302-1(a)(2), citing only one responsible source. Market research indicates Martin AIJS LLC (SDVOSB) is the sole authorized vendor capable of servicing the Nutrace Laser Marking and scanning system on the east coast.
Additional Notes
- Contact: Chadwin Walker, Contracting Specialist, at chadwin.walker@va.gov. No telephone calls will be accepted.