6515--Supply - CardioLab Recording Syst & Hardware IC
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), specifically Network Contracting Office 23 (NCO 23), is conducting a Sources Sought market research to identify qualified firms capable of providing Brand Name Only CardioLab BT21 HD recording system, hardware, software, accessories, and installation for the Iowa City VA Healthcare System. This is a one-time purchase to upgrade existing Altix AI.i EP recording equipment. Responses are due by April 17, 2026, at 15:00 Pacific Standard Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a CardioLab BT21 HD to AI.i Upgrade, including specific components such as the Prucka 3 amplifier, INW server upgrade, Windows 10 LTSC hardened OS, GE client workstations, interface cabling, integration licenses (DICOM/HL7), and onsite applications training. The system is used in the Electrophysiology Laboratory for recording, displaying, analyzing, and documenting intracardiac electrograms, surface ECG, hemodynamic data, and ablation system parameters. The upgrade must maintain interoperability, workflow continuity, and system safety with existing GE EP/Cath systems. Installation and clinical education/on-site training are required.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Product Service Code (PSC): 6515 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies)
- NAICS Code: 334517 (Irradiation Apparatus Manufacturing) with a 500-employee size standard.
- Set-Aside: None determined at this market research stage. The VA is seeking to identify potential sources and their size classifications (SD/VOSB, Hub zone, 8(a), small, small disadvantaged, woman owned small business, or large business).
- Response Due: April 17, 2026, 15:00 Pacific Standard Time.
- Published: April 6, 2026.
Submission Requirements
Interested firms must submit responses via email to carlos.exconde@va.gov with "36C26326Q0535." in the subject line. Responses must include:
- Company Name, Point of Contact, Email, Phone Number
- Unique Entity ID (UEI) from SAM.gov
- Business Size (SDVOSB, VOSB, Small Business, Large Business) for NAICS 334517
- GSA Contract or Federal Supply Schedule number, if applicable
- Indication if the firm is a Nonmanufacturer under the Nonmanufacturer Rule (for socio-economic small businesses)
- An Authorized Distributor Letter from the manufacturer if not the manufacturer themselves.
- Comments/concerns regarding the DRAFT Statement of Work.
Additional Notes
This is a Sources Sought notice only for market research; it does not constitute a solicitation or an offer. The Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in responding. Any proprietary information should be clearly marked.