6515--Award Notice- Patient Bedside Monitors and Installation
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- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the Network Contracting Office 23 supporting VA Central Iowa Health Care System, has awarded a contract to Philips North America LLC for Patient Bedside Monitors and Installation. The award, valued at $422,994.87, was made on March 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
This acquisition covers the supply and installation of 22 replacement Philips MX750 bedside monitors, along with necessary accessories, software, and licenses. These monitors are intended for the Operating Room (OR), Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), and Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at the VA Central Iowa Health Care System in Des Moines, IA.
Contract Details
- Awardee: Philips North America LLC, Cambridge, MA
- Award Amount: $422,994.87
- Award Date: March 30, 2026
- Contract Type: Award under a Multiple-Award Schedule Program (FSS/GSA contract 36F79720D0042)
- Contracting Office: NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263)
- Place of Performance: Des Moines, IA, United States
- Product Service Code: 6515 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies)
- NAICS Code: 334510
Rationale for Award
The award to Philips North America LLC was justified as a limited source acquisition under FAR 8.405-6. This decision was based on the critical requirement for compatibility with the VA's existing Philips monitoring systems. Extensive market research, including SSN and RFQ, identified no technically acceptable domestic or small business sources that could meet the salient characteristics without significant configuration changes and delays. The Philips MX750 monitors were deemed essential for seamless integration and operational continuity. Ordering against Philips' existing FSS/GSA contract was determined to be the best value.
Point of Contact
For inquiries regarding this award, contact Jennifer Watkins-Schoenig, Contracting Specialist, at jennifer.watkins-schoenig@va.gov or 319-688-3631.