6515--HTHC Mako 4 Robotic-Arm System
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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 (NCO) 21 intends to award a sole-source, firm fixed-price contract to Stryker Orthopaedics for a Mako Robotic Surgical Arm system for the VA Sierra Nevada Healthcare System (VASNHCS). This is a pre-solicitation notice of intent. All responsible sources are invited to submit capability statements, proposals, or quotations for consideration by February 12, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
The procurement is for one (1) Mako Robotic Surgical Arm system to enhance orthopedic surgical capabilities at VASNHCS. This system enables surgeons to plan procedures, make dynamic intraoperative changes, and utilize a robotic arm with haptic boundaries for precise execution in partial knee replacements, total hip arthroplasty, and total knee arthroplasty. The Mako system is identified as uniquely meeting the Government's needs.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed Price (Sole Source Intent)
- Anticipated Contractor: Stryker Orthopaedics (Original Equipment Manufacturer)
- Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but the Justification and Approval (J&A) suggests it is over the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT) and potentially up to $900,000.
- Delivery: Anticipated approximately 90 days After Receipt of Order (ARO).
- Product Service Code (PSC): 6515 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies)
- NAICS Code: 339113
Set-Aside
No set-aside is possible. Market research indicated no known distributors or alternative contract vehicles for this unique system. The J&A cites FAR 12.102-1 and 41 USC §3304(a)(1) as authority for restricting competition.
Submission & Evaluation
This is a pre-solicitation notice of intent to sole source. The Government will consider all submitted capability statements, proposals, or quotations to determine whether to proceed with the sole source acquisition.
- Response Due: February 12, 2026, by 15:00 EST.
- Submission Method: In writing to Mathew.Czeshinski@va.gov.
- Official Solicitation: Expected to be posted on or about February 12, 2026.
Place of Performance
VA Sierra Nevada Healthcare System, Reno, NV.