6515--MANO CATHETER (VA-26-00051182)
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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.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has awarded a contract valued at $113,037.60 to Veterans Healthcare Supply Solutions, Inc. for Mano Catheters. This award, under Solicitation Number 36C24726P0488, was made on April 7, 2026, and is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside.
Scope of Work
The contract is for the procurement of ManoScan™ Catheters. These catheters are essential for use with existing government-owned ManoView™ high-resolution manometry systems. They will be utilized to perform diagnostic esophageal motility studies for Veterans within the Gastroenterology Lab and Otolaryngology (ENT) departments at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center in Charleston, SC.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Award Notice
- Award Number: 36C24726P0488
- Award Amount: $113,037.60
- Award Date: April 7, 2026
- Awardee: VETERANS HEALTHCARE SUPPLY SOLUTIONS, INC
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product Service Code: 6515 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies)
- NAICS Code: 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing)
Justification for Sole Source
This award was made on a sole source basis, as indicated by a prior Notice of Intent (NOI) under Solicitation Number 36C24726Q0388. The justification stems from the proprietary nature of the ManoView™ manometry system, which requires OEM-manufactured ManoScan™ catheters. These catheters feature proprietary connectors, hardware interfaces, and system recognition features unique to Medtronic equipment, necessitating a sole source procurement.
Additional Notes
- Contracting Office: Department of Veterans Affairs, Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center, 109 Bee Street, Charleston SC 29403-5799.
- Point of Contact: Darius Crane, Contracting Officer, at darius.crane@va.gov or (843) 577-5011.