6515--RFI - Medtronic G3 Generator / Symplicity Spyral Catheters
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center (MEDVAMC) in Houston, TX, has issued a Sources Sought Notice / Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential sources for a brand name requirement of Medtronic G3 Generator / Symplicity Spyral Catheters. This RFI aims to define the procurement strategy for a forthcoming solicitation. Responses are due by April 21, 2026, at 4:00 PM Central Time.
Purpose
This RFI is for market research purposes only and is not a solicitation. The VA intends to use the gathered information to determine the appropriate procurement strategy (e.g., set-aside, sole source, or unrestricted) for the acquisition of specific Medtronic medical devices.
Key Requirements / Deliverables
The requirement is for a one-time purchase of the following brand-name items:
- Medtronic RDN016 – Symplicity Spyral™ Catheters (Quantity: 14)
- Medtronic RDNG3A – G3™ Generator with RDN019 – Cart (Quantity: 1)
Contract Details
The anticipated contract type is a Single Award, Firm Fixed Price with an expected period of performance of 90 days After Receipt of Order (ARO). The anticipated NAICS code is 339112 (Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing) with PSC 6515 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies).
Eligibility & Set-Aside
Small Business concerns are strongly encouraged to respond. The government will consider responses to determine potential levels of competition and market pricing, which will inform the final procurement strategy, including any potential set-asides. If no responses are received from authorized distributors of the cited brand name items, the action may be sole-sourced to the manufacturer.
Submission & Evaluation
Responses must be submitted via email to Shasta Britt (shasta.britt@va.gov) by April 21, 2026, at 4:00 PM Central Time. The subject line of the email must reference the RFI number: 36C25626Q0652. Responses should be in a Microsoft Word document, 8.5 x 11 inches, 12-point font, with 1-inch margins. Information provided will be used solely for market research by the MEDVAMC Purchasing and Contracting Team.
Specific Questions for Vendors
Vendors must address the following:
- Manufacturing location of items (with documentation).
- Manufacturer's business size (Small or Large).
- Compliance with the Non-Manufacturer Rule (NMR) (with documentation).
- Status as an Authorized Distributor with access to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts (with an Authorized Distribution Letter).
- If a small business, compliance with 13 CFR § 121.406.
- Status as a 3rd party Reseller of an Authorized Distributor.
- Name of potential Contractor, including contact information, company size, UEI #, and CAGE Code.
- Small business concern status (SB, SDVOSB, VOSB, HUBZone, or 8A) (with proof of qualifications).
- Availability under any Government Wide Agency Contract (GWAC), SEWP, NAC, GSA Schedule, FSS, IDIQ, and/or BPA (with contract number).
Additional Notes
This is a Sources Sought Notice only; no solicitation exists at this time. The government requests estimated market research pricing along with responses. Grey market items are not accepted.