6515--Hybrid Confocal Laser Microscope System
Overview
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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 (NCO) 4, has issued a pre-solicitation notice for a Brand Name Only Nikon AX R Hybrid Confocal Laser Scanning Microscope System. This system is required for the Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center in Philadelphia, PA. A full solicitation is anticipated to be posted on SAM.gov on or about March 12, 2026.
Scope of Requirement
The requirement is specifically for a Brand Name Only Nikon AX R Hybrid Confocal Laser Scanning Microscope System. This pre-solicitation serves to inform potential vendors of the upcoming procurement.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (leading to a full solicitation)
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- NAICS Code: 333310 (Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing)
- Size Standard: 1,000 employees
- Anticipated Solicitation Post Date: On or about March 12, 2026
- Published Date: March 4, 2026
- Place of Performance: Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA
Additional Notes
Interested parties are responsible for actively monitoring the Contract Opportunities website (SAM.gov) for the release of the full solicitation package and any subsequent amendments. All questions regarding this requirement must be submitted in writing to the designated Contract Specialist, Tyler Kraft (tyler.kraft@va.gov). This notice does not constitute a commitment by the government to award a contract or to pay for any costs incurred in preparing a proposal. Prior to any potential award, interested parties must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).