6515--New Atricure Pro-V Clips
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), specifically the Eastern Colorado Health Care System, has issued a Request for Information (RFI)/Sources Sought to identify qualified vendors capable of providing New Atricure Pro-V Clips. This is for market research purposes to inform future acquisition decisions. Responses are due by February 23, 2026, at 14:00 Mountain Time.
Scope of Work
The VA is seeking Atricure AtriClips and Exclusion Systems (P/N’s PROV35, PROV40, PROV45, and PROV50, or equivalent). Key specifications include:
- Suitable for minimally invasive procedures, designed for 12MM ports.
- Over 80 degrees of articulation, open-ended Nitinol design with PET fabric.
- Available in 35MM, 40MM, 45MM, and 50MM sizes.
- One-handed ambidextrous lever with a locking mechanism.
- MRI conditional (1.5-Tesla or 3.0-Tesla) and delivers consistent compression force.
- Provided sterile, non-pyrogenic, and for single use. Components include V-clip, end effector shaft, and handle. Implant material is Titanium grade 5 and PET.
- Delivery: Within 30 days of award to Eastern Colorado Health Care System, Aurora, CO 80045. Items must be in original sealed containers.
- Documentation: 2 binders and 1 digital copy of operation and maintenance manuals, including manufacturer-recommended maintenance schedules.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Information / Sources Sought (Market Research)
- NAICS Code: 339113 (Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing)
- Size Standard: 800 Employees
- Response Due: February 23, 2026, at 14:00 Mountain Time (Denver, USA)
- Published: February 9, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested vendors must submit responses electronically to eric.adusei@va.gov with the subject line "SOURCES SOUGHT". Responses must include:
- Business size (and confirmation if exceeding 500 employees).
- Place of Manufacture for the Equipment.
- Point of contact information.
- Confirmation of engagement in retail/wholesale trade (if applicable).
- Confirmation of taking ownership or possession of items (if applicable).
- Confirmation of supplying end items from a small business manufacturer or obtaining a waiver (if applicable).
Eligibility / Notes
This is not a solicitation, and no contract will be awarded based on this announcement. The government is conducting market research to identify potential qualified vendors, including small businesses, and is not obligated to pay for response costs. All offerors must have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) at www.sam.gov.