6515--Visual Eyes Binocular Video Goggles Syst
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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 St. Cloud VA Health Care System, has issued a Notice of Intent for a proposed sole source, firm-fixed-price contract to Midwest Special Instruments Corp. for Visual Eyes Binocular Video Goggles. This equipment is essential for supporting the existing Vestibular Testing System at the St. Cloud VA.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the Interacoustics Brand Name Only - Micromedical VisualEyes 525 System (P/N: 8525857). Key components include Binocular Video Goggles with USB Cameras, a Small Form Factor PC, Wide Screen Monitor, RF Remote Control, USB Room Camera w/Microphone, Printer, and VisualEyes 525 Software. The system must support various tests such as gaze, random saccade, pursuit, OPK, Dix-Hallpike, positional, caloric, ocular counter roll, and saccadometry. General requirements include real-time test analysis, customized protocols, multiple pupil tracking algorithms, one-click eye centering, eye movement video recordings, and compatibility with the OtoAccess Database. Delivery is to the St Cloud VA Warehouse.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Sole source, firm-fixed-price.
- Authority: 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1), as implemented by FAR 6.302-1, citing "only one source."
- NAICS Code: 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing)
- PSC: 6515 (Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies)
Set-Aside & Eligibility
This is a sole source notice. Market research indicated Midwest Special Instruments Corp. is the sole factory-trained representative for Interacoustics and Micromedical products in Minnesota, and their equipment is uniquely compatible with the St. Cloud VA's existing Vestibular Testing System. Providing this product through any other entity would violate proprietary rights and void warranties.
Submission & Evaluation
This is not a request for competitive quotes. However, other responsible sources may identify their interest and capability to satisfy the requirement. Submissions must include documentation from Interacoustics proving authorization as a reseller, dealer, or third party. The agency will review these submissions solely to determine if the procurement can be conducted on a competitive basis.
Key Dates & Contact
- Response Due: March 12, 2026, by 5:00 PM Central Time.
- Submission Method: Email capability statements and supporting documentation to Erica Miller, Contracting Specialist, at erica.miller5@va.gov.
- Subject Line: "Response to Visual Eyes Binocular Video Goggles".
- Published: March 3, 2026.