6515--XR2 & Robotic Resident Expert | Base & Three Options
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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), Network Contracting Office 9 (NCO 9), has issued a Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source Contract to Omnicell, Inc. for an XR2 automated medication dispensing and packaging system and associated Robotic Resident Expert support services. This notice is not a request for competitive quotes, but interested parties may submit capability statements.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for an XR2 automated medication dispensing and packaging system, which is a high-volume robotic unit that automates the storage, filling, packaging, labeling, and dispensing of prescription medications. Additionally, Robotic Resident Expert support services are required to provide system support, optimization, and workflow integration necessary for continuous packaging operations.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Contract
- Duration: Base year plus three option years
- Coverage: Equipment, installation, warranty, Central Pharmacy Dispensing Service Solution Fees, and Resident Robotic Expert Service Fees.
- NAICS Code: 333914 (Measuring, Dispensing, and Other Pumping Equipment Manufacturing) with a size standard of 750 employees.
- PSC Code: 6515 (Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies).
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source Intent)
Submission & Evaluation
This is a Notice of Intent, not a solicitation. However, any interested party believing they can meet the requirements and that competition would be advantageous to the Government may submit a written statement of capabilities. The statement must clearly demonstrate this advantage. The Government retains sole discretion in determining whether to compete this requirement. If no responses are received, the intended sole source award to Omnicell, Inc. will proceed.
Key Deadlines
- Capability Statements Due: 12:00 PM CST on April 30, 2026.
- Submission Method: Email only, as a Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF attachment, to John.McDaniel1@va.gov.
Contact Information
- Contract Specialist: John E. McDaniel
- Email: John.McDaniel1@va.gov