6515--SIMULATION EYESI
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) is issuing a presolicitation for a Haag-Streit Simulation Eyesi Surgical Complete System with Cataract and Retina capability for the Durham VAMC in North Carolina. This is a turn-key request, including all components, software, accessories, and a 36-month Eyesi Surgical Gold Software Plan. An RFQ is expected to be issued on or around April 23, 2026, with responses due by April 24, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide one (1) HS Simulation Eyesi Surgical Complete System with Cataract and Retina capability. This includes all components, software, accessories, spare instruments, licenses, and courseware. The system must be manufactured by Haag-Streit and include the Eyesi Surgical Gold Software Plan (36 months). The requirement is for a turn-key solution, with the contractor responsible for all transportation, materials, parts, tools, specialized equipment, labor, supervision, quality control, and technical expertise, ensuring compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal guidelines.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (RFQ to be issued)
- Period of Performance: 12 months, beginning September 30, 2026.
- Set-Aside: Not explicitly stated as a set-aside, but SDVOSB, VOSB, or small businesses planning to subcontract must provide a plan demonstrating how they will perform 51% of the work.
- RFQ Issue Date: On or around April 23, 2026.
- Response Due: April 24, 2026, 10 AM Eastern Time, New York, USA.
- Published: April 23, 2026.
Evaluation
To be eligible for award, prospective contractors must be registered in the SAM database (sam.gov) and comply with the Evaluation for Basis of Award. Companies identified as SDVOSB, VOSB, or small businesses that plan on subcontracting must provide a plan detailing how they will perform 51% of the work.
Additional Notes
- NAICS Code: 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing)
- Product Service Code: 6515 (Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies)
- Size Standard: 1000 Employees
- Place of Performance: Durham VAMC, 508 Fulton St, Durham, NC 27705.
- Point of Contact: Ricardo McIntosh, Ricardo.McIntosh@va.gov. Interested contractors should monitor Sam.gov for solicitation number 36C24626Q0546.