6515--TONOMETER (Band Name or Equal)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 NCO 12, Great Lakes Acquisition Center, is conducting a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified firms capable of providing a Brand Name or Equal TONOMETER-II, ARK WITH TONOMETRY for the Tomah VA Medical Center in Tomah, WI. This is market research to determine potential set-aside opportunities. Responses are due by March 11, 2026, at 3:00 PM CST.
Purpose & Scope
This is not a Request for Quote, but solely a Sources Sought Notice for market research. The VA aims to identify Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSB), Small Businesses, or Other Than Small Businesses that can supply the specified tonometer. The requirement is for one (1) TONOMETER-II, ARK WITH TONOMETRY, manufactured by NIDEK, or an equal product meeting detailed salient characteristics.
Key Requirements
The required tonometer must meet specific technical specifications, including:
- Refraction Measurement: -30.00D to +25.00D (Spherical) and 0.00D to ±12.00D (Cylindrical).
- Keratometry Measurement: 5.00mm to 13.00mm radius curvature.
- Intraocular Pressure Range: 7mm to 60mmHg.
- Minimum Measurable Pupil Diameter: 2mm.
- Non-Contact Tonometer: Must measure 1mm Hg to 60mm Hg, with a working distance of no less than 11.0mm, and include an inner fixation light.
- Other requirements include auto track & automatic data capture (X-Y-Z direction), PD measurable range, corneal size range, and pupil size range.
Submission Requirements
Interested firms must submit the following in writing to Waymon.McNealjr@va.gov by the deadline:
- Company name, address, and point of contact details (name, title, phone, email).
- FSS / SEWP Contract number (if applicable), UIE number, and Tax ID number.
- Indication of business category (SDVOSB, VOSB, Small Business, or Other Than Small Business).
- A capability statement addressing qualifications and ability to meet the requirement.
- Documentation from the manufacturer (e.g., correspondence) confirming the firm is an authorized distributor.
Contract Details & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- NAICS Code: 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing), size standard 1000 employees.
- Product Service Code: 6515 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies).
- Place of Performance: Tomah VA Medical Center, Tomah, WI.
- Response Due: March 11, 2026, at 3:00 PM CST.
- Published Date: March 4, 2026.
- Reference: 36C25226Q0316 TONOMETER.
Set-Aside & Eligibility
Market research is being conducted to identify potential set-aside opportunities for Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSB), Small Businesses, or Other Than Small Businesses. This notice does not specify a current set-aside. Prospective contractors must be registered in SAM.gov and complete electronic annual representations and certifications.
Additional Notes
Telephonic inquiries will not be accepted. This is the only notice; no other copies will be provided.