6515--INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE - to Olympus America Inc. A Sole Source Delivery Order For Olympus Bronchoscope In Support Of The Fargo VA Healthcare System, Fargo ND.
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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), specifically the NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263), intends to issue a sole source delivery order to Olympus America, Inc. for an Olympus brand Bronchoscope (model BF-XT190). This acquisition is for the Fargo VA Healthcare System in Fargo, ND. The VA is seeking responses from other responsible sources to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted. Responses are due by March 18, 2026, at 04:30 PM Central Time.
Purpose & Scope
This is an Intent to Sole Source notice, not a request for competitive quotations. The VA requires an Olympus brand Bronchoscope, model BF-XT190, that must be fully compatible and interface seamlessly with the existing Olympus Bronchoscope system, including current accessories, equipment, digital imaging storage server, towers, and software at the Fargo VA Medical Center. The purpose of this notice is to conduct market research and identify if other sources can provide equivalent equipment that meets these specific compatibility requirements.
Contract Details
- Type: Sole Source Delivery Order (against an existing GSA/FSS Multiple Award Schedule contract)
- Authority: FAR 8.405-6
- Product Service Code (PSC): 6515 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies)
- NAICS Code: 334510 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing)
- Size Standard: 1250 employees
- Place of Performance: Fargo, ND
Submission & Evaluation
Potential sources who believe they can provide the required Olympus-compatible bronchoscope must submit:
- Their company's name, address, and contact information.
- A letter from the manufacturer stating the firm is an authorized distributor (signed and dated within one year).
- SAM UEI number.
- Socio-economic status under NAICS code 334510 (e.g., large business, small business, SDVOSB, VOSB, HUBZone, 8(a), WOSB, SDB). If a small business, state if the firm is a Non-Manufacturer.
- If the firm holds items on a Schedule (FSS, GSA, SEWP, etc.), provide the contract number.
- A capability statement detailing their brand and model of bronchoscope that can interface with existing Olympus equipment.
The government will review responses to determine if competition is feasible. A determination to not compete is at the sole discretion of the Government. If competition is decided, a separate synopsis will be issued.
Key Dates & Contact
- Response Deadline: Wednesday, March 18, 2026, by 04:30 PM Central Time
- Submission Email: Joseph.Bennett@va.gov
- Email Subject Line: VA Identifier: 36C26326Q0441
- Primary Contact: Joseph Bennett, Contract Officer (Joseph.Bennett@va.gov, 319-688-3633)