6515--*Special - Head/Neck 20 shim MR Coil (component part), Detroit
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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 VISN 10 Detroit VA Medical Center, has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for a Head/Neck 20 Shim MR Coil (Part Number 10835555). This requirement is for a replacement unit and is intended to be awarded to SIEMENS Medical Solutions USA, Inc. due to their unique ability to provide the exact item, installation, and service support without voiding existing warranties.
Scope of Requirement
The requirement is for Quantity 1 of the SIEMENS Medical Solutions USA, Inc., 10835555, Head/Neck 20 Shim MR component part. This item is needed to replace a currently broken unit at the Detroit VA Medical Center.
Contract Details
- Type: Notice of Intent to Sole Source (RFO 12)
- Anticipated Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Intended Awardee: SIEMENS Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
- NAICS Code: 339112 (Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing)
- PSC Code: 6515 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source Justification)
Response & Deadline
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals or a solicitation. The Government intends to negotiate with only Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. However, any interested party believing they can provide clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government must submit their response by 4:00 p.m. (EST) on April 15, 2026. No solicitation package is available.
Contact Information
- Contract Specialist: Natalie Harris (natalie.harris4@va.gov)
- Contracting Officer: Kellie Konopinski (kellie.konpinski@va.gov)