W065--Stryker Q Guidance System LEASE 523-26-2-7915-0009 VA-26-00043930
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), Network Contracting Office 1, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified firms capable of providing a Stryker Q Guidance System Lease (brand name or equal) for the Neurosurgery Section at West Roxbury VAMC. This system is crucial for spine surgeries, and the current system's manufacturer support ends on December 31, 2025. Responses are due by March 10, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This is strictly market research and not a solicitation for proposals. The VA aims to gather information on industry interest, capabilities, and qualifications to procure a replacement Stryker Q Guidance System. The system provides real-time feedback for enhanced surgical precision and patient safety, particularly in complex anatomical structures during spine surgeries. The lease is contemplated to include a one-year service warranty covering on-site installation, software configuration, clinical training, and maintenance.
Anticipated Contract Details
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (contemplating a future Firm Fixed-Price Lease contract).
- Duration: Anticipated as a Base Year plus four Option Years (12 months each).
- Set-Aside: None specified (this is a market research stage).
- Product Service Code: W065 (Lease Or Rental Of Equipment: Medical, Dental, And Veterinary Equipment And Supplies).
- Place of Performance: VA Boston Healthcare System, 1400 VFW Parkway, West Roxbury, MA 02132.
Information Requested from Industry
Interested firms must be registered in SAM. Responses should include:
- Company name, address, point of contact, phone number, and SAM UEI.
- Documentation relating to performance capability.
- Socio-economic status (e.g., large business, SDVOSB, VOSB, small business, Woman Owned).
- Place of manufacture.
- Any other pertinent company documentation.
- SD/VOSB firms must also provide proof of registration in the SBA Vet Cert prior to any future solicitation.
Submission Details
- Response Due: March 10, 2026, by 4:30 PM Eastern Time.
- Submission Method: Email responses to manases.cabrera@va.gov.
- Contact: Manases Cabrera, Contracting Officer (manases.cabrera@va.gov, 781-687-4418).
Important Notes
This notice is for informational and planning purposes only and does not obligate the Government to issue a solicitation or award a contract. The Government will not pay for any costs associated with responding to this request. Respondents will not be notified of the results, and the Government reserves the discretion to utilize the results. Firms failing to provide all requested information may not be used to inform the acquisition decision.