6515--Active Breathing Coordinator (ABC) Equipment Upgrade
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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.
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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) VISN 22 Long Beach has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for the Active Breathing Coordinator (ABC) Equipment Upgrade at the Greater Los Angeles VAMC. The VA intends to award a Firm Fixed Price Single Source contract to AKTINA Medical, identified as the sole designer and manufacturer of this specialized equipment. This is not a request for competitive proposals. Capable parties may identify their interest by March 27, 2026, at 12:00 PM (PST).
Purpose & Scope
This procurement aims to replace and upgrade existing Active Breathing Coordinator (ABC) equipment and sustain streamlined procedures within the Radiation Oncology department at the Greater Los Angeles VAMC. The ABC system is crucial for minimizing tumor movement, enhancing the accuracy and effectiveness of radiation therapy, and ultimately improving patient outcomes and reducing side effects.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed Price Single Source
- Intended Awardee: AKTINA Medical
- Basis: Sole source, as AKTINA Medical is the exclusive designer and manufacturer of the ABC equipment.
- Authority: FAR 8.405-6(a)(1)(i)(B) per FAR 6.302-1(a)(2)(i).
- NAICS Code: 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing)
- Size Standard: 1000 employees
Submission & Response
This is a Notice of Intent and not a request for competitive proposals or a solicitation. No solicitation package is available. Interested parties who believe they are capable and authorized to fulfill this requirement must identify their interest and provide supporting documentation by March 27, 2026, at 12:00 PM (PST). Responses should be sent via email to Contract Specialist, Israel Garcia at israel.garcia2@va.gov.
Additional Notes
The government's determination not to compete this proposed award, based on responses to this notice, is solely at the discretion of the Contracting Officer. No solicitation will be posted to Contract Opportunities.