6515--BORESCOPE FLEXIBLE INSPECTION SCOPE
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
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the Network Contracting Office 15, has issued a Sources Sought announcement to identify qualified businesses capable of providing Borescope Flexible Inspection Scopes for the Topeka and Leavenworth VA Medical Centers within the Eastern Kansas Health Care System. This is for market research purposes only and is not a solicitation. Responses are due by April 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
The VA requires flexible inspection scopes for the inspection of medical and surgical instrumentation, including small channels (0.6mm to 1.9mm) and GI Endoscopes. The requirement includes:
- 8 Flexible Inspection Scopes (5 for Leavenworth, 3 for Topeka).
- 8 FlexArm Kits.
- Key Features: Distal tip with light source and camera, flexible shaft, 0° Angle of View, adjustable brightness, handpiece for image capture, White Balance, camera cable to USB, USB (Type-A Male) connector, and camera connector.
- Support: Software updates, Policy/Procedure (SOP) support, and FIS-005SK Inservice/Training and CEU programs for technicians.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: April 6, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET (11:00 AM CT)
- Published: March 25, 2026
- Product Service Code: 6515 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies)
Submission Requirements
Interested firms must submit the following in writing:
- Company Name, Address, Point of Contact (Phone, Fax, Email), UEI number, and GSA Contract (if applicable).
- A Capability Statement demonstrating the ability to fulfill the requirement.
- Brochures of products offered, including specifications.
- Confirmation of compliance with the Buy American statute (FAR 52.225-1) or country of manufacturer.
- An Authorized service provider letter from the OEM.
Eligibility & Registration
Prospective contractors must complete electronic annual representations and certifications and be registered in SAM.gov. Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSB) must be verified in SBA.
Point of Contact
Veronica Flores, Contracting Officer, veronica.flores@va.gov.