6515--Sources Sought - Tissue Tek VIP 6 AI Vacuum
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
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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 Buffalo VA Medical Center, is conducting a Sources Sought for market research to identify domestic sources capable of providing the Tissue Tek VIP 6 AI Vacuum and related accessories. This initiative aims to determine the acquisition strategy for a potential future procurement. Responses are due February 27, 2026, by 12:00 PM EST.
Scope of Requirement
The VA is seeking information on sources for the Tissue Tek VIP 6 AI Vacuum (Sakura Finetek 6040) and specific accessories, including: Sakura Finetek 5265 Tissue Tek VIP 150 Cassette Basket with Dividers, Sakura Finetek 6035 Tissue Tek VIP 6 AI Reagent Bottle Complete, Sakura Finetek 6034 Tissue Tek VIP Basket, Sakura Finetek 6034 Tissue Tek VIP Paraffin Scraper, and Sakura Finetek 8080 Tissue Tek X CHEQ C. The place of performance is the Buffalo VA Medical Center, Buffalo, New York.
Information Requested from Industry
Interested parties should submit a capability statement (maximum 5 pages) demonstrating their ability to meet the requirements. Key information requested includes:
- Company details (name, address, point of contact, email, phone, authorized distributor information, and delivery time).
- Eligibility for small business programs (e.g., HUBZone, 8(a), SDVOSB, VOSB) and GSA/Federal Supply Schedule contract status.
- Confirmation of whether the company is a manufacturer, distributor, or offers an equivalent solution.
- Details on "equal to" items, providing clear, compelling evidence of meeting all salient characteristics.
- Information on existing federal contracts (e.g., GSA/FSS, NASA SEWP) and availability of requested items on those contracts.
- General pricing information (for market research only).
- Confirmation of domestic manufacturing for the items.
- Feedback on salient characteristics or any provided statement of work.
- SAM.gov Unique Entity ID.
Contract Details & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Product Service Code: 6515 - Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies
- NAICS Code: 334516 - Medical and Diagnostic Apparatus Manufacturing
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Response Due: February 27, 2026, by 12:00 PM EST.
- Published: February 12, 2026.
Submission Details
Responses must be submitted via email to Erskine.Shoulars@va.gov. Fax or telephone calls will not be accepted. This notice is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a commitment by the Government. No payment will be made for information solicited, and respondents will not be notified of evaluation results.