6515--RQI Carts

SOL #: 36C26326Q0667Award Notice

Overview

Buyer

Veterans Affairs
Veterans Affairs, Department Of
NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263)
Saint Paul, MN, 55101, United States

Place of Performance

Iowa City, Iowa

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

PSC

Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies (6515)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)

Timeline

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Posted
May 5, 2026
2
Last Updated
May 28, 2026

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) has awarded a Firm-Fixed-Price contract for Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) Carts to BEACON POINT ASSOCIATES LLC for the Iowa City VA Health Care System. The award, valued at $41,482.62, was made on May 28, 2026.

Scope of Work

This procurement involved 9 RQI Carts. The carts are mobile, equipped with wheels, a push handle, and a three-position wheel lock. They include hardware for electrical components, USB/power cords, and storage. Key features include adult and pediatric manikins with sensors for assessing compression and ventilation quality, providing real-time guidance. The software offers 24/7 access, straightforward login, Wi-Fi connectivity, and reporting via RQI Analytics, with potential integration into learning management systems. The program also requires hands-on training (under 30 minutes) leading to an AHA eCard, designed for a low-dose, high-frequency model with quarterly skills sessions.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
  • Value: $41,482.62
  • Awardee: BEACON POINT ASSOCIATES LLC
  • Award Date: May 28, 2026
  • Period of Performance: June 1, 2026, to August 3, 2026
  • Set-Aside: 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
  • PSC: 6515 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies)
  • NAICS: 339113

Evaluation

The original solicitation emphasized past performance and required completion of the Buy American Act Certificate (FAR 52.225-2) for responsible offerors.

Additional Notes

The procurement was managed by the VA's NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263). The Contracting Officer was Steve Ashby (steve.ashby@va.gov, 319-887-4935 x63-4935).

People

Points of Contact

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