6515--EQ Surgical Simulators in support of the Sioux Falls VA Healthcare System

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for Surgical Simulators to support the Sioux Falls VA Healthcare System. The contracting office is Network Contracting Office 23, located in Fort Meade, SD.

• The core requirement is for "EQ Surgical Simulators."

• Product Service Code (PSC): 6515

• North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code: 339112

• This appears to be related to a previously awarded contract (Award Number 36C26326P0244) with an award amount of $304,050.00, awarded on 03-03-2026 to SIMBIONIX USA CORPORATION.

• Specific submission instructions, evaluation criteria, and deadlines are not detailed within this provided text, which seems to be an award notice rather than the original solicitation document.

• No specific set-aside information is provided in this text.

• The document includes contact information for Marie Weathers (Contract Officer) at marie.weathers@va.gov or 605-347-2511 x16673.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, prepared in accordance with FAR Subpart 12.6 and conducted using FAR Part 13 (Simplified Acquisition Procedures). The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking quotes for surgical simulators to support the Sioux Falls VA Healthcare System.

• The solicitation requests quotes for surgical simulators.

• A list of contract line items, quantities, and units of measure are detailed within the attached solicitation documentation.

• The VA anticipates awarding one firm-fixed-price contract.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price

• Place of Performance: Sioux Falls VA Healthcare System, 2501 W. 22nd St., Sioux Falls, SD 57105, USA

• Solicitation Number: 36C26326Q0299

• Response Date/Time: February 6, 2026, 10:00 AM Central Time, Chicago, USA.

• Quotes must be emailed to marie.weathers@va.gov prior to the closing date and time.

• FAR provisions 52.212-1, 52.212-2, and 52.212-3 apply and are detailed within the solicitation document.

• Technical questions are due via email by January 30, 2026, 10:00 AM CST.

• NAICS Code: 339112 (Size Standard: 1000 Employees)

• Prospective offerors must be registered and current in the System for Award Management (SAM) database at the time of offer.

• Quotes will only be accepted from responsible contractors.

• The Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) does not apply.

• Contact: Marie Weathers, Contract Officer, marie.weathers@va.gov, 605-347-2511.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is a Request for Quotes (RFQ) for Surgical Simulators to replace aged and outdated systems at the Sioux Falls VA Healthcare System. The government is procuring brand name or equal to the Surgical Science/Simbionix ENDO SUITE Simulator and LAP Mentor III.

• ENDO Suite Simulator: Must be compatible with existing Simbionix Mentor Modules (Gastric Bleeding, ERCP, Flexible Sigmoidoscopy, EUS, Essential Bronchoscopy, Diagnostic Bronchoscopy, EBUS) and include GI Endoscopy Fundamental Skills, EMR, and ESD modules. Requires software for curriculum management, online learning, and results monitoring, plus 24/7 technical/phone support and software updates. Installation and training are required. A trade-in allowance for the current GI-BRONCH Mentor system is included.

• LAP Mentor III: Must be compatible with existing Simbionix Mentor Modules (Basic Skills, General Surgery, Bariatric Surgery, Urology/Renal Surgery, GYN). Requires VR headset with case support for specific procedures, and modules for Cholangiography, Incisional Hernia, Nissen Fundoplication, Distal Gastrectomy, and Sigmoidectomy. Requires software for curriculum management, online learning, and results monitoring, plus 24/7 technical/phone support and software updates. Installation and training are required. A trade-in allowance for the current LAP Mentor system is included.

• Contract type: Firm-Fixed-Price.

• Period of Performance: Delivery on or before 03/20/2026.

• Submission Deadline: Quotes must be received by 02/09/2026 at 10:00 AM CT.

• Technical Questions Deadline: All technical questions must be received in writing by 01/30/2026 at 10:00 AM CT.

• Evaluation: Offers will be evaluated based on price and other factors to determine the most advantageous to the Government. Evaluation will include price alone and consideration of options.

• This acquisition is an Unrestricted or Set-Aside acquisition.

• NAICS Code: 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing).

• Size Standard: 1000 Employees.

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and VAAR clauses and provisions covering contract terms, payment, security, representations, and certifications.