6515--Electohydraulic System with CRT
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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), Network Contracting Office 23 (NCO 23), is conducting a Sources Sought for market research to identify qualified firms capable of providing a Brand Name or Equal Stemwave Device (Modus F) and its accessories, an Electrohydraulic System with Cellular Response Technology (CRT). This requirement is for the Fargo VA Health Care System in Fargo, ND. Responses are due by April 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
The VA seeks an electro-hydraulic extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) system, specifically the StemWave Device (Modus F) or an equal. This system is intended to stimulate healing, boost blood flow, and activate natural repair mechanisms for various musculoskeletal conditions. Key requirements include:
- One (1) Electohydraulic System with CRT, capable of delivering low-intensity focused acoustic waves (up to 10-12 cm deep) at 3,500 mph.
- The system must activate connective tissue, reduce inflammation, and increase blood flow, featuring a spark-gap electrohydraulic focused wave system.
- It must be capable of treating knees, shoulders, hands, feet, elbows, hips, and low back, with a minimum of 150+ treatment zones and 25+ energy levels.
- The device must have FDA Class 1 registration and include in-person group training and online courses.
- Also required are six (6) StemWave Electrodes, one (1) StemWave Hand Piece with Cable, and two (2) StemWave Applicator Heads.
Submission Requirements
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- NAICS Code: 339112 – Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (SBA Size Standard: 1,000 Employees).
- Eligibility: Respondents must be an Authorized Distributor for Stem Wave OR an Authorized Distributor for the manufacturer of an equal product (if not the manufacturer).
- Response Due: April 23, 2026, at 13:00 Central Standard Time.
- Submission Method: Email responses to Emanuel Nevarez, Contracting Officer, at emanuel.nevarez@va.gov.
- Subject Line: Please place "Electrohydraulic System with CRT" in the email subject line.
- Required Information: Company Name, Point of Contact (POC) name, Email address, Phone number, Unique Entity ID No. (SAM), Business Size (SDVOSB, VOSB, Small Business Other, Small Business, or Large Business) for NAICS 339112. Indicate if you hold a GSA Federal-Supply Schedule or IDIQ contract covering this request and provide the contract number. An Authorized Distributor Letter from the manufacturer is required.
- Draft SOW: Vendors are encouraged to submit comments and concerns regarding the provided DRAFT Statement of Work.
Set-Aside
This is a Sources Sought notice for market research to identify potential qualified sources and their size classifications (Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SD/VOSB), Hub zone, 8(a), small, small disadvantaged, woman owned small business, or large business). No specific set-aside is designated for this Sources Sought notice.
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research only and does not constitute an obligation on the part of the Government to procure these supplies, issue a solicitation, or notify respondents of results. Responses are not considered offers, and the Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred. Proprietary information should be clearly marked.