6515--Zoll Zenix Series Advanced Defibrillators Brand Name or Equal to
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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 Network Contract Office 4 (36C244), is soliciting proposals for Zoll Zenix Series Advanced Monitor/Defibrillators, or equal, for the Wilmington VA Medical Center, DE. This acquisition is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). The equipment is crucial for enhancing patient safety and advanced monitoring capabilities for the facility's Rapid Response Teams. Offers are due by May 22, 2026, at 4:00 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
This solicitation seeks the procurement of Zoll Zenix Monitor/Defibrillators (Ultimate CCT Configuration) along with specific accessories and features. Key requirements include:
- Defibrillator Unit: Must include 12-Lead ECG, Pacing, SpO2, EtCO2, NIBP, IBP/Temp, Real CPR Help, and Real BVM Help functionalities.
- Accessories: SurePower 4 Charger Adapter, AccuVent Sensors (Box of 10), Masimo IRMA Airway Adapter Adult (Box of 25), Zenix OneStep Connector, Zenix Carry Case (Slim), 12-lead ECG Simulator, Zenix Fan Folder Paper (Box of 10), and SurePower 4 Battery.
- Specifications: All equipment must meet detailed general, monitor/display, defibrillator, pacer, cardioversion, clinical feedback, ECG monitoring, CO2, NIBP, SpO2, SpCO, SpMet, SpHb, SpOC, Perfusion Index, PVI, patient log, printer/recorder, battery, and external data transfer specifications.
- Training: Comprehensive training must be provided for rapid response teams, nurse educators, and bio-med personnel.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).
- NAICS Code: 334510 (Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1250 employees.
- Delivery: Within 60 days After Receipt of Contract (ARO).
- Offers Due: May 22, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT.
- Questions Due: May 22, 2026, to Andrew.Taylor3@va.gov.
- Published Date: May 15, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission: Offers must be submitted by the deadline. Alternate quotations are not accepted.
- Evaluation Process: Comparative evaluation, where Technical/Quality and Past Performance combined are considered equal to Price.
- Technical Factors: Meeting/exceeding requirements, authorized distributor letter (if applicable), place of manufacture, warranty, and delivery timeframe (60 days or less).
- Past Performance: May be assessed using CPARS, customer surveys, or references.
Additional Notes
This solicitation incorporates various FAR clauses by reference, including FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4, 52.212-3, and 52.212-5. Provisions such as Buy American—Supplies (FAR 52.225-1), Security Prohibitions and Exclusions (FAR 52.240-91), and VAAR 852.219-76 (Limitations on Subcontracting) apply. Electronic submission of payment requests is required per VAAR 852.232-72. The primary contact is Andrew L Taylor, Contracting Officer, at Andrew.Taylor3@va.gov.