6515--Transducers- Anesthesiology
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 VA Loma Linda Healthcare System, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice / Request for Information (RFI) to identify qualified sources for Transducers-Anesthesiology. This RFI is for planning purposes to gather information on industry capabilities and will inform future acquisition decisions. Responses are due March 16, 2026.
Scope of Work
The RFI seeks information on potential sources capable of providing specific ultrasound probes/transducers and related software, compatible with Sonosite PX, LX, ST, and ZX systems. The DRAFT salient characteristics include:
- C5-1: Frequency range 1-5 MHz, scan depth 4.7-30 cm.
- L15-4: Frequency range 4-15 MHz, scan depth 1.5-6 cm.
- L19-5: Frequency range 5-19 MHz, scan depth up to 6 cm.
- P5-1: Frequency range 1-5 MHz, scan depth up to 35 cm.
- Sonosite LX Field Software Kit
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (RFI)
- Product Service Code: 6515 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies)
- NAICS: 339112 (Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing) with a 1,000-employee size standard.
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage to determine potential set-asides).
- Response Due: Monday, March 16, 2026, by 4:00 P.M. PST.
- Published: March 10, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Interested companies should submit a capabilities statement detailing how they can meet the DRAFT requirements, including explanations for any unmet requirements and feedback/suggestions. Submissions must indicate business size status (e.g., SDVOSB, VOSB, HUBZone, WOSB, Large Business) and whether the company is a manufacturer or authorized distributor. General pricing information is encouraged for market research only and will not be used for award evaluation.
Contact Information
Responses should be submitted via email to Debby Abraham at DEBBY.ABRAHAM@VA.GOV.
Additional Notes
This RFI is not a solicitation, and responses do not constitute offers. All costs associated with responding are the responsibility of the responder. Future RFIs or solicitations may be issued based on the information gathered.