6515--CardioQuip i-series Cooler-Heater
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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, specifically Network Contract Office 12, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of three CardioQuip i-series Cooler-Heater units (or equal) for the Operating Rooms at the Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center. These units are required to replace end-of-life equipment and ensure continued support for cardiothoracic surgical procedures. This is an unrestricted acquisition. Offers are due by June 19, 2026, at 12:00 PM CDT.
Scope of Work
This solicitation seeks the supply and installation of three heater-cooler units. Key requirements include:
- Two (2) CardioQuip MCH-1000(i) units: Must have 35L water capacity, RS-232 and ethernet communications, refrigeration module for ice-making, airflow redirection hood, cardioplegia shared channel, maximum flow rate of 20/14 lpm, quick-connect water connections, 0-42 degrees C temperature control with +/- 0.5 degrees C accuracy, touchscreen controls, and specific dripless tubing sets (MCH-10DAM and MCH-10D90 or equivalent).
- One (1) CardioQuip MCH-1000(m) unit: Must have 9L water capacity, RS-232 and ethernet communications, thermoelectric cooling module and lid, specific dripless tubing set (MCH-11DAM or equivalent), maximum flow rate of 20/14 lpm, quick-connect water connections, 0-42 degrees C temperature control with +/- 0.5 degrees C accuracy, and touchscreen controls.
- Delivery and installation of all specified units. The requirement is for "Brand Name or Equal: CardioQuip i-series."
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Delivery: Required within 60 days of award.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted.
- NAICS Code: 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing), with a size standard of 1000 Employees.
- Offers Due: June 19, 2026, at 12:00 PM CDT.
- Published Date: June 5, 2026.
Evaluation
Award will be made to the offeror providing the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) solution. The solicitation incorporates FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5 by reference or attachment.
Additional Notes
Delivery and installation schedules will be coordinated with the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) post-award. Invoices must be submitted electronically via the Tungsten Network. No Security Accreditation or C&A requirements apply to this acquisition.