6515--Neurosurgery Insightec Exablate Neuro Imaging

Amendment / Modification

This amendment extends the response deadline for the Request for Quotation (RFQ) 36C26126Q0504.

• New Response Deadline: The hour and date for receipt of offers is extended to June 1, 2026, at 15:00 EDT.
• Questions Deadline: The deadline for submitting questions remains unchanged.

This amendment primarily affects the submission deadline specified in the original solicitation.

Offerors/Bidders are reminded to acknowledge receipt of this amendment. The extended deadline provides additional time for proposal preparation and submission.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for an Insightec Exablate Neuro Imaging System (or equal) for the VA Palo Alto Healthcare System. The goal is to establish in-house capabilities for incisionless neurosurgical treatments, improving Veteran access to advanced care and reducing reliance on external facilities. The contract will be a firm-fixed-price type.

• Insightec Exablate Neuro Imaging System (or equal): Must be FDA approved, compatible with a GE Premier MRI 3 Tesla magnet, and fit within existing space. Key functions include leveraging MRI guidance for focused ultrasound treatments for neurological conditions like essential tremor and Parkinson's disease.

• Installation, Training, and Technical Support: Contractor responsibilities include supporting installation, providing clinical application training, and offering technical support and software updates.

• Additional Neuro Head Frame Set: One additional set is required.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.

• Period of Performance: To be determined (TBD), expected to be one year from the contract award date.

• Place of Performance: VA Palo Alto Health Care System, 3801 Miranda Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1290.

• Submission Deadline: As indicated in Box 8 of SF 1449 (May 28, 2026, 15:00 EDT).

• Questions Deadline: May 21, 2026, 15:00 EDT.

• Submission Method: Email to Mathew.Czeshinski@va.gov. Quotes submitted by other methods will not be considered. Hyperlinks are prohibited.

• Evaluation Factors:

  1. Exablate Neuro Imaging System (capabilities and features)
  2. Delivery (understanding of timelines for system delivery, installation, and training)
  3. Price (fair and reasonableness)
  4. Authorization (OEM or authorized distributor proof)
  5. SDVOSB/VOSB Status (offeror's status or proposed use of subcontractors)

• This acquisition is unrestricted.

• Evaluation includes consideration for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) status, with varying levels of credit awarded.

• Offerors must be an OEM or authorized distributor, providing proof of authorization.

• Respondents must complete the Price/Cost schedule in Section B and review Salient Characteristics and RFQ instructions in Section E.

• FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4, 52.212-3, and 52.212-5 are attached or incorporated by reference.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a pre-solicitation announcement for a Request for Quote (RFQ) to procure an Insightec Exablate Neuro Imaging System for the VA Palo Alto Healthcare System. The government intends to award one (1) Firm-Fixed Price Contract.

• Insightec Exablate Neuro Imaging System.

• This shall be a Brand Name or Equal requirement.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price.

• Solicitation documents will be available on or about May 14, 2026.

• The RFQ will contain quote instructions.

• Questions regarding the solicitation shall be sent in writing to Mathew.Czeshinski@va.gov.

• This RFQ shall be unrestricted on the open market.

• NAICS Code: 339113

• Product Service Code: 6515

• Contracting Office ZIP Code: 93721

• Response Date/Time/Zone: 05-14-2026 15:00 EASTERN TIME, NEW YORK, USA

• Place of Performance: VA Palo Alto Healthcare System, 3801 Miranda Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94304, USA.

Sources Sought / Market Research

This notice is a Sources Sought to conduct market research for the procurement of an Insight Tec Prime Neuro System for the VA Palo Alto Healthcare System. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is assessing industry capabilities to support the acquisition planning for this system, which is used for MRI-guided high-intensity focused ultrasound of the brain for treating conditions like essential tremor and Parkinson's disease.

• System: Insightec Exablate Prime Neuro System including mid-frequency (650 kHz) transducer package and one additional neuro head frame set.

• Compatibility: Must be compatible with a GE Premier MRI 3 Tesla magnet.

• Physical Fit: Must fit within existing scanner room and MRI vestibule dimensions.

• Functionality: Delivers high-intensity focused ultrasound guided by MRI for precise targeting and treatment of neurological conditions.

• Approvals: Must be FDA approved.

• Installation & Training: Contractor will provide service to support installation, clinical application training, and technical support/software updates.

• Place of Performance: VA Palo Alto Healthcare System, Palo Alto, CA.

• Period of Performance: One year from contract award date.

• Response Due Date: April 2, 2026, 15:00 EST.

• Submission Method: Email responses to Mathew.Czeshinski@va.gov.

• Required Information: A 2-3 page statement of capability demonstrating how the company can provide the services, including:

  • Past experience with VA or government agencies.
  • Availability and address.
  • Comments/concerns on draft salients.
  • GSA Federal-Supply Schedule contract number (if applicable).
  • Business size and socio-economic status (SDVOSB/VOSB, Hub zone, 8(a), small, etc.).
  • DUNS number and SAM registration status.
  • Current commercial pricing and discounts for items in the SOW.
  • Customer citations (past 2 years) with POCs.
  • Other relevant materials.

• Subject Line: "SS RESPONSE - [YOUR FIRM NAME] – Insight Tec Prime Neuro System – VAPAHCS"

• The VA is seeking to identify qualified sources and their size classifications relative to NAICS code 339113 (Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing).

• Responses will be used for acquisition planning; a solicitation may be published afterward.

• This is a Sources Sought notice, not a solicitation. No offers are being accepted.

• Any proprietary information should be clearly marked.

• The government will not pay for response costs.

• If a GSA schedule is a viable option, an RFQ may be posted to GSA eBuy.