6515--Nuclear Medicine PET-dose Cabinet and Shield

Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office 23 (NCO 23), is conducting market research to identify capable business sources for Nuclear Medicine PET dose Cabinets and Shields for the Iowa City VA Health Care System (ICVHCS). This is not a solicitation, but an RFI to gather information for planning purposes.

• Subject: Nuclear Medicine PET dose Cabinet and Shield
• NAICS Code: 339113 (Size Standard: 800 employees)
• PSC: 6515

The VA is seeking a comprehensive system including:

• Radiation Cabinet: Brand Name or Equal to Capintec PN 244-206, with specific shielding, dimensions, countertop, shelving, and locking features.
• L-Block Shield: Brand Name or Equal to Capintec PN 042-433, with specific dimensions, lead thickness, viewing window, and chamber shielding.
• Lead Brick Cave: Brand Name or Equal to Capintec PN 042-434, with specific internal dimensions, lead shielding, and design for compatibility with the L-block shield.
• PET Shield Sharps Container: Brand Name or Equal to Capintec PN 5730-2271, with specific dimensions and lead lining.
• PET Sharps Container (insert): Brand Name or Equal to Capintec PN 0660-0042.
• CRC-55tR Dose Calibrator: Brand Name or Equal to Capintec PN 5130-3234, with specific capacity, resolution, QC features, display, and connectivity.
• Standard "L" Shield: With specific external dimensions, lead shielding, and viewing window.
• Syringe Shields: Two types (3cc and 5cc) for PET doses.

Quantity: One of each major component listed above.

Interested businesses should email their responses to Joseph.Bennett@va.gov by 05:00 PM CT, Tuesday, June 2, 2026, with "VA RFI Number: 36C26326Q0751" in the subject line.

Responses must include:

1. Firm information (Name, UEI, Contact, Business Size).
2. Socioeconomic status (if applicable).
3. Manufacturer or authorized distributor status.
4. Origin of supplies (US or foreign country).
5. Information on authorized distributors (if applicable).
6. Description of any alterations/modifications (if a small business distributor).
7. Existing contract vehicles (e.g., GSA, FSS).
8. Proposed brand, models, part numbers, and descriptive literature.
9. Delivery timeframes.
10. Other relevant capability information (e.g., installation, testing).

This RFI is for informational and planning purposes only. No solicitation currently exists, and responses do not constitute an offer. All costs for responding are the responsibility of the respondent.

Sources Sought Notice

This notice is a request for information (RFI) to conduct market research for Nuclear Medicine PET dose Cabinets and Shields for the Iowa City VA Health Care System (ICVHCS). The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 23, is seeking to determine the availability and capability of business sources qualified to provide these items. All business sizes are encouraged to respond.

• Product Service Code: 6515

• NAICS Code: 339113

• Response Date: June 2, 2026, 05:00 PM Central Time, Chicago, USA

• Contracting Office: Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 23, Coralville, IA

• Place of Performance: Department of Veterans Affairs, Iowa City VA Health Care System, Iowa City, IA

• All responses must include the VA RFI Number: 36C26326Q0751 in the email subject line.

• Responses must be received no later than 05:00 PM CT on Tuesday, June 2, 2026.

• All responses must be emailed to Joseph.Bennett@va.gov.

• The full Sources Sought Notice, including equipment descriptions and specific questions for respondents, is attached.

• Responses will help determine if socioeconomic set-aside procedures, small business set-aside procedures, or unrestricted procedures will be used for any future procurement.

Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office 23 (NCO 23), is conducting market research for Nuclear Medicine PET dose Cabinets and Shields for the Iowa City VA Health Care System (ICVHCS). This is not a solicitation, but an RFI to identify capable business sources and determine acquisition strategies (socioeconomic set-aside, small business set-aside, or unrestricted).

The RFI seeks information on the availability and capability to provide the following items, described with "Brand Name or Equal" salient characteristics:

• Radiation Cabinet: Fully shielded workstation for PET/SPECT unit dose preparation and storage (0.5” lead thickness, specific dimensions, stainless steel countertop, key-locked doors).
• L-Block Shield: Shielded workstation for dose preparation (1.5” front lead, 1” base/chamber lead, lead glass viewing window).
• Lead Brick Cave: Three-wall enclosed design for dose calibrator setups (2” lead shielding).
• PET Shield Sharps Container: Steel with 1” lead lining.
• CRC-55tR Dose Calibrator: With specific capacity, resolution, QC features, touchscreen, and connectivity.
• Standard “L” Shield: Benchtop shield with 0.5” lead shielding and leaded glass viewing window.
• PET Syringe Shields: For 3cc and 5cc syringes.

Interested parties should respond via email to Joseph.Bennett@va.gov no later than 05:00 PM CT, Tuesday, June 2, 2026. The subject line must include "VA RFI Number: 36C26326Q0751".

Responses must include:

1. Firm information (Name, UEI, Contact, Business Size).
2. Socioeconomic status (if applicable).
3. Manufacturer or authorized distributor status.
4. Origin of supplies (US or foreign country).
5. Information on authorized distributors (if applicable).
6. Alterations/modifications made by small business distributors.
7. Existing contract vehicles (GSA, FSS, etc.).
8. Proposed brand, models, part numbers, and descriptive literature.
9. Delivery time.
10. Other relevant capabilities (installation, testing, calibration).

All business sizes are encouraged to reply. Responses will help determine if socioeconomic, small business, or unrestricted procedures will be used. NAICS Code: 339113 (Size Standard: 800 employees). PSC: 6515.

This RFI is for informational and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. No solicitation currently exists. All expenses are the respondent's responsibility.