6515--Sources Sought - Brand Name or Equal Motion Analysis Camera
Overview
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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), specifically the Minneapolis Medical Center, has issued a Sources Sought Notice for Brand Name or Equal Motion Analysis Camera Supplies and accessories. This is for market research to identify businesses capable of providing these items to enhance clinical gait analysis. Responses are due by May 29, 2026.
Scope of Work
The Minneapolis VAHCS requires new motion capture cameras and software to update its current system, aiming for faster, more in-depth gait analysis. The new system must speed up the motion capture process, improve the Veteran experience, and be compatible with existing Motion Capture Laboratories setups, fitting within the previous unit's footprint. Key items include:
- Mocap Cameras: Miqus Hybrid Standard Lens (Part #400200-HC)
- Camera Cables: Miqus 10m Camera Cables (Part #410820)
- Power Kit: Invertor & Host Cable (Part #410804)
- Ethernet Cable: 2xRJ45, 15 m (Part #510843)
- Software: THEIA Markerless, Annual Subscription, First Year, Non-Academic Users (Part #150212) The requirement is for 10 Mocap Cameras with associated accessories and one software license. The solution must include a 2-year warranty, Qualisys On-Site Training (1-2 Tech/3 Days), and 2-year Hardware/Software coverage with phone and online support.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified for this notice; potential future solicitations may include set-asides for Veteran Owned Small-Businesses or Small-Businesses.
- Response Due: May 29, 2026, by email.
- Published: May 18, 2026
- Place of Performance: VA Minneapolis Medical Center, Minneapolis, MN.
- Delivery: Within 90 days of contract award to the Minneapolis VAHCS.
- Period of Performance: 30 days after contract award (likely for installation/setup).
Submission & Evaluation
Interested vendors must submit their information, including their Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and a description of proof of capability, via email to joseph.bloomer@va.gov. Responses must also address seven specific questions covering:
- Socio-economic category.
- Manufacturer status (and authorized distributor letter if applicable).
- Country of origin (FAR Provision 52.225-2(b)).
- Ability to order against existing government contracts (e.g., FSS, GSA).
- Compliance with 13 CFR 121.406 (b)(1)(i), (b)(1)(ii), and (b)(1)(iii).
- Subcontracting plans and percentages.
- Estimated shipping and delivery information.
This is for market research only; no contract will be awarded from this announcement. Failure to respond to the questions may affect the acquisition strategy.
Contact Information
Contracting Officer: Joey Bloomer (joseph.bloomer@va.gov, 515-699-5880)