R425--Clinical Engineering Interns for VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System
Overview
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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 Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office (NCO) 22, has issued a Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source contract to the University of Connecticut. This contract is for an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) agreement to provide one (1) clinical engineering intern for a two-year educational/work internship at the VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System (VAGLAHS). The VA states that the University of Connecticut is currently the only institution with a graduate program matching the specific requirements for this Clinical Engineering Intern Program. Responses challenging this sole source intent are due by May 4, 2026, at 12:00 PM PST.
Scope of Work
The clinical engineering intern will perform critical tasks including:
- Analyzing the current medical equipment management program to enhance quality and consistency across VISN and national programs.
- Co-managing medical equipment systems installation projects with a mentor to ensure timely and successful completion for patient care.
- Completing an engineering technical or management project focused on improving patient care, supervised by a mentor.
- Leading quality improvement efforts for medical equipment management, encompassing end-user training, equipment evaluations, and recall/incident follow-up.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) IDIQ, awarded under FAR Part 13 (Simplified Acquisition Procedures).
- Intended Contractor: University of Connecticut.
- Period of Performance: August 23, 2026, through August 22, 2031 (one base year plus four one-year option periods).
- Estimated Value: $681,698.00 (total for base and all options).
- Anticipated Award Date: August 6, 2026.
- Response Due: May 4, 2026, 12:00 PM PST.
- Published: April 22, 2026.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
- NAICS Code: 611310 – Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools.
- SBA Size Standard: $35 Million.
- The VA's intent to sole source is based on the University of Connecticut being the only institution identified with a graduate program whose candidates meet the specific requirements of the VAGLAHS Clinical Engineering Intern Program.
Submission & Evaluation
This is not a formal solicitation or request for competitive proposals. No solicitation document is available. Any interested parties must submit clear, compelling, and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. Responses will be considered solely for determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. The decision to not compete this action remains at the Government's discretion.
Additional Notes
All inquiries and responses must be submitted in writing via email to Laurie LaBelle at laurie.labelle@va.gov. The subject line must reference: "Notice of Intent to Sole Source 36C26226Q0685 – Clinical Engineering Internship Program."