6515--VELYS ROBOTIC ORTHO KNEE REPLACEMENT SYSTEM
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 has awarded a sole source contract for the VELYS Robotic-Automated Knee Replacement System to Depuy Synthes Sales Inc. This award ensures the continued use and compatibility with the VA's existing Depuy Attune Knee System at the Long Beach, CA facility.
Scope of Work
The award is for the VELYS Robotic-Automated Knee Replacement System, which is exclusively produced by Depuy Synthes Sales Inc. This system is critical as it is the only device compatible with the existing Depuy Attune Knee System currently in use.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source Award
- Awardee: Depuy Synthes Sales Inc.
- Set-Aside: None
- Award Date: February 5, 2026
- Place of Performance: Long Beach, CA
Evaluation
This was a sole source award in accordance with FAR 13.5 and FAR 6.302-1. The justification for this award is the exclusive production of the VELYS Robotic-Automated Knee Replacement System by Depuy Synthes Sales Inc. and its unique compatibility requirements with the VA's currently owned Depuy Attune Knee System.