6515--Bronchoscope CIVAHCS
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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.
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 CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263), has issued a Special Notice announcing an award for a Therapeutic Bronchoscope to OLYMPUS AMERICA INC. This award, valued at $29,280.00, was made on March 24, 2026, under an existing FSS Contract (36F79721D0168) based on a Justification for Limiting Sources.
Scope of Award
This award covers the procurement of one (1) BF-1TH190 EEIII HD Therapeutic Bronchoscope and one (1) SC04FG Full Size Container. The equipment is intended for use at the VA Central Iowa Health Care System (CIVAHCS) for critical medical procedures including diagnostic biopsies, foreign body removal, stent placement, mucus plug suction, and treatment of airway diseases.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Award)
- Award Date: March 24, 2026
- Award Amount: $29,280.00
- Awardee: OLYMPUS AMERICA INC, 3500 CORPORATE PKWY, CENTER VALLEY PA 18034
- Contract Vehicle: FSS Contract Number 36F79721D0168
- Published Date: March 24, 2026
- Set-Aside: Not applicable; awarded via Limited Sources Justification.
- Product Service Code: 6515 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies)
Justification for Limiting Sources
The justification for this limited-source acquisition is based on the requirement for the new bronchoscope to be fully compatible with the existing Olympus CV-190 processor and specific Olympus series scopes currently in use at CIVAHCS. This ensures seamless integration, operational efficiency, and patient safety, making Olympus the sole manufacturer capable of meeting these technical specifications.
Contact Information
For inquiries regarding this notice, contact Joshua I Imdacha, Senior Contracting Officer, at Joshua.Imdacha@va.gov or 319-339-7017.