6515--Pre-Solicitation/Sources Sought Notice - SITERITE ULTRASOUND (Brand Name or Equal)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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), Network Contracting Office 16 (NCO16), is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) / Request for Information (RFI) for the Site Rite 9 Ultrasound System (Brand Name or Equal). This is for the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (CAVHS) in North Little Rock, AR, as the current Site Rite 8 device is being phased out. Responses are due by May 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST.
Purpose & Scope
This SSN is for market research and planning purposes only to determine contractor interest, capabilities, and qualifications. It is not a solicitation (IFB, RFQ, or RFP). The Government anticipates awarding a competitive, firm-fixed-price contract in the future. The primary goal is to identify potential sources and determine if a set-aside for any small business program is appropriate.
Key Requirements
The requirement includes the provision of:
- Site Rite 9 Ultrasound System
- Site Rite 9 Ultrasound System CueT Linear Probe
- Sony Medical Printer
- Sherlock 3CGT Tip Confirmation Sensor
- Sony Printer Bracket
- Medical Equipment Roll Stand
- VATA Bifurcated Vein Block All items must be provided by Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) certified vendors.
Submission & Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Pre-solicitation / Sources Sought Notice
- NAICS: 339113 (Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing) with a size standard of 800 employees
- PSC: 6515 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies)
- Response Due: May 13, 2026, 10:00 AM CST
- Submission Method: Email to Carmyn.Williams@va.gov
- Email Subject Line: "36C25626Q0723 RFI-Sources Sought-CAVHS Site RiteT 9"
- Required Information: Company information, business size (including small business status under NAICS 339113), SAM Unique Entity ID, OEM authorization (if not a manufacturer), indication of domestic or non-domestic manufacturer/distributor status, and a list of active government contracts.
Important Notes
This notice does not constitute a solicitation, and no funds have been authorized for this effort. The Government will not pay for information submitted. The delivery location is Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System, 2200 Fort Roots Drive, Bldg 182, North Little Rock, AR 72114. Deliveries must be scheduled 24 hours in advance, Monday-Friday, 8 am-4 pm, excluding federal holidays.
Contact: Carmyn E Williams, Contract Specialist, Carmyn.Williams@va.gov, 713-799-0795.