6515--Lighthead Mounting Kit
Overview
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PSC
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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) 07, has issued a Special Notice indicating its intent to award a sole source purchase order for two Helux Pro (HP) surgical operating room (OR) lights to Baxter/Hillrom. This action is being taken under Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 13.106-1(b).
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the procurement of two Helux Pro (HP) surgical operating room (OR) lights. These lights must align with currently existing equipment at the VA location (109 Bee Street, Charleston SC 29401) to ensure patient consistency and structural integrity.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Intent to Sole Source)
- Intended Contractor: Baxter/Hillrom, 130 E. Randolph St. Suite 1000, Chicago IL 60601
- NAICS Code: 339112 (SBA Size Standard: 1,000 employees)
- FSC Code: 6515 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies)
- Published Date: May 4, 2026
- Response Due: May 8, 2026, by 2:00 PM EST
Submission & Evaluation
This notice is not a request for competitive quotes or proposals, and no solicitation document is available. Interested parties who believe they can provide the required equipment must submit a capabilities statement. Responses must provide clear, compelling, and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. Information received will be considered solely for determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
Not applicable, as this is an intent to sole source.
Additional Notes
All inquiries and concerns must be addressed in writing via e-mail to Aunjelaca Miller (Aunjelaca.Miller@va.gov), with "Lighthead Mounting Kit" in the subject line. Capabilities statements are due by the response date.