3426--508-26-2-299-0143 | LASER SCANNER AND MACHINE (VA-26-00036344)

SOL #: 36C24726Q0263Special NoticeSole Source

Overview

Buyer

Veterans Affairs
Veterans Affairs, Department Of
247-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 7 (36C247)
AUGUSTA, GA, 30904, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Metal Coating (332812)

PSC

Metal Finishing Equipment (3426)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

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Posted
Feb 2, 2026
2
Action Date
Feb 4, 2026, 3:00 PM

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), specifically the VA Columbia Healthcare System on behalf of the Atlanta, Georgia Veteran's Healthcare System, intends to award a sole source contract to Martin AIJS, LLC., a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). This procurement is for NuTrace Laser NUX20 NG units, training, and NuTrace R+ scanners for Sterile Processing Departments. Responses from interested parties demonstrating capability are due by February 4, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.

Purpose & Scope

This Special Notice announces the VA's intent to procure two (2) NuTrace Laser NUX20 NG units, two (2) Laser Start Up Training sessions, and two (2) NuTrace R+ scanners. The requirement also includes a trade-in for the original Laser NUX20. The NuTrace NUX20ng Fiber Laser is identified as the only product specifically designed for Sterile Processing Departments (SPD) to quickly and inexpensively mark surgical instruments, including complex, long instruments like Da Vinci tools, without opening doors. It offers integrated acid-free, instant passivation and is designed for in-house, immediate, and permanent UDI-compliant marking in tight SPD spaces.

Contract Details

  • Opportunity Type: Special Notice / Notice of Intent (Sole Source)
  • Intended Awardee: Martin AIJS, LLC. (SDVOSB)
  • NAICS Code: 332812 (Metal Finishing Equipment)
  • Small Business Size Standard: 600 Employees
  • Contracting Authority: FAR 13.5 Simplified Procedures for Certain Commercial Items, under 41 U.S. Code § 1901 and FAR 13.106-1(b)(2).
  • Sole Source Justification: 41 USC §3304(a)(1) as implemented by FAR 6.302-1 (Only One Responsible Source).

Submission & Evaluation

This notice is not a request for competitive quotes. However, contractors may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation for consideration. Responses must clearly and convincingly demonstrate the capability to satisfy the requirement. The government reserves the discretion to determine whether to compete the procurement based on responses received. All prospective contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

Key Dates & Contact

  • Response Due: Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST
  • Published Date: February 2, 2026
  • Submit Responses To: Joseph Locke, Contracting Officer, via email at joseph.locke@va.gov.
  • Contact Phone: 803-979-0338

Additional Notes

The Department of Veterans Affairs, NCO 7, will not be responsible for any costs incurred by interested parties in responding to this notice. Only written responses will be considered.

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