6515--Contrast Injector System in support of the Central Iowa VA HCS
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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 Central Iowa VA Healthcare System (VA-CIHCS), is conducting a Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) to identify qualified business sources for a Contrast Injector System. This is for market research purposes only and is NOT a solicitation. The VA is seeking information on firms capable of providing Brand Name or Equal items for a modern, high-precision, low-waste contrast injector system. Responses are due by Friday, April 9, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST.
Scope of Need
The VA-CIHCS requires a replacement contrast dye injector system to upgrade an existing system that has exceeded its useful life. The desired system must be modern, high-precision, low-waste, and include integrated safety controls and full-service coverage. The ACIST CVi Standard Contrast Dye Injector System is specified as the baseline minimum standard. Key functional requirements include:
- Automated, controlled contrast injection with programmable flow rates and volumes.
- Consistent contrast delivery at precise pressures for cardiac and vascular procedures.
- Integrated safety features such as air purge, occlusion sensing, and real-time pressure monitoring.
- Reduced contrast waste through an integrated reservoir design.
- Digital interface controls for workflow efficiency, including an intuitive touchscreen with automated and manual injection modes.
- Real-time injection data display (flow rate, pressure, volume).
- Operator-controlled purge system for air-free delivery and rapid setup/turnover.
- Certified installation and integration with existing cath lab imaging systems (Philips FD20, Siemens Artis pheno Pro VE2x, Philips Azurion 7 M20).
- A 7-year comprehensive warranty including preventive maintenance.
- Employee in-service training for up to five cath lab staff.
Submission Requirements & Timeline
This is a Sources Sought notice, and no solicitation exists. Interested sources must submit their responses via email to marie.weathers@va.gov by Friday, April 9, 2026, 10:00 AM CST. The subject line must be: "Sources Sought Contract Injector System – 36C26326Q0516".
Responses must include:
- Company name, address, phone number, primary contact(s), and email address.
- Confirmation of whether the firm distributes Brand Name or Equal items.
- SAM UEI number.
- NAICS code 339112 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies).
- Business size classification (e.g., large, small, SDVOSB, VOSB, HUBZone, 8(a), WOSB, SDB).
- Indication if required items are on a Schedule (FSS, GSA, SEWP, etc.).
- A letter from the manufacturer verifying authorized distributorship.
- Country of origin for each required item.
A "Sources Sought Information and Capabilities" form is also provided and should be completed, detailing company information, socio-economic status, and prime/subcontracting capacity.
Set-Aside & Evaluation
No set-aside has been determined for this market research. The government will use responses to understand market capacity and identify potential sources for a future acquisition. This notice does not obligate the Government to award a contract. Do not include proprietary, classified, confidential, or sensitive information.