RFP-797-FSS-99-0025: 65IIA Medical Equipment & Supplies
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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
This is Amendment 0006 to RFP-797-FSS-99-0025: 65IIA Medical Equipment & Supplies, issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This amendment updates key clauses and forms related to Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies (PSC 6515). It incorporates a new Economic Price Adjustment clause, revises the Responsibility Evaluation requirements, and updates the Signature Authority form. The response deadline has been extended to December 31, 2026.
Scope of Change
Amendment 0006 introduces several critical updates:
- Economic Price Adjustment: Replaces GSAM/R 552.216-70 with the new GSAM Clause 552.238-120 (Sep 2024). This clause details procedures for economic price adjustments specific to Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) contracts, including definitions, general provisions, exceptions, and methods for various SINs.
- Responsibility Evaluation: Updates the October 2025 requirements for evaluating offeror responsibility, particularly for new VA FSS offers. This includes revised guidance on submitting annual financial statements, the Contractor's Qualifications and Financial Information form, explanations for negative financial data, and alternative documentation for new contractors.
- Signature Authority Form: Updates the August 2025 version of the form used to designate individuals authorized to sign FSS offers and contracts, outlining requirements for company officers and delegated signatories.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Amendment 0006)
- Original Solicitation: RFP-797-FSS-99-0025-R10 (originally dated 03/08/2019)
- Product/Service Code: 6515 - Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Amendment Published: December 23, 2025
- Response Due: December 31, 2026
Submission Impact
The hour and date for receipt of offers have been extended. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment. Any offer already submitted may be amended by providing a communication referencing this amendment prior to the new specified deadline.
Contact Information
For questions, contact the FSS Service Helpdesk at fss.help@va.gov or 708-786-7737.