6515--Olympus Capital Equipment Lease OR, ENT, and Urology Equipment, 36C261-26-AP-3774
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 VA Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS), intends to award a sole source procurement to Olympus America Inc. for the leasing and maintenance of endoscopy systems. These systems are crucial for surgical specialties and outpatient clinics. Responses from responsible sources are due by June 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
VAPAHCS requires the leasing and maintenance of endoscopy scopes and systems compatible with existing equipment used in the Operating Room (OR) for Bariatric, Thoracic, General, Otolaryngology, and Urology surgeries, as well as in outpatient Otolaryngology and Urology clinics. Services include:
- Provision of new, non-refurbished scopes and systems.
- Comprehensive maintenance, including replacement and prioritized repair.
- 24-hour technical support and product training for VAPAHCS staff.
- Loaner equipment as needed and next-day shipping.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (Notice of Intent to Sole Source)
- NAICS Code: 334510 (Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing)
- Size Standard: 1,250 employees
- Set-Aside: Intended Sole Source to Olympus America Inc.
- Response Due: June 30, 2026, at 3:00 pm Pacific Standard Time
- Published: June 17, 2026
Evaluation
This is not a request for competitive quotes. However, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation. The Government will consider these submissions to determine whether to proceed with the sole source acquisition, prioritizing patient care and choice.
Additional Notes
Olympus endoscopy systems are currently installed and in routine use at VAPAHCS. Vendors must comply with VA's Gray Market Items terms and conditions, requiring them to be an OEM, authorized dealer, distributor, or reseller. Submissions must include documentation demonstrating this authority. Failure to provide required information may result in a determination that a company is not a viable source. Responses should be sent to Mohammed.Hussain2@va.gov.