6515--GEM Synovis Micro Instruments (VA-26-00044862)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
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 16, intends to award a firm-fixed priced purchase order to Synovis Micro Companies Alliance, INC. for GEM Synovis Micro Instruments. This sole source procurement is for the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center (MEDVAMC) to increase the par level of specialized surgical instruments essential for precision handling. Responses from other sources are due by February 24, 2026, at 3:00 PM CT.
Scope of Work
The procurement includes a variety of specialized surgical instruments such as Scissors, Needle Holders, Forceps, Dilators, Clamps, and MicroTrays. These instruments are exclusively manufactured by GEM Synovis and must be compatible with existing sets at the MEDVAMC.
Contract & Timeline
- Contracting Office: Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 16
- Proposed Awardee: Synovis Micro Companies Alliance, INC.
- Contract Type: Firm-fixed priced purchase order (intended sole source)
- Set-Aside: None specified (sole source intent)
- Response Due: February 24, 2026, 3:00 PM Central Time, Chicago, USA
- Published: February 19, 2026
Sole Source Justification & Response
The proposed sole source award is justified under 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1) and FAR 6.103-1, citing that Synovis Micro Companies Alliance, INC. is the current OEM sole authorized distributor and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.
This notice is not a request for quotations or proposals. However, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation, along with authorization letters, to demonstrate if a comparable and more advantageous source is available. If no affirmative written response is received within 3 business days from the publication of this notice, a contract will be issued to Synovis Micro Companies Alliance, INC. without further notice.
Submission Details
All submissions must be sent electronically via email to Eugene Jackson at Eugene.Jackson2@va.gov by the deadline. No other submission methods will be considered.