6525--657B50027, UPGRADE, LFO, HOLOGIC, VISN 15, ST. LOUIS, MO, MAMMOGRAPHY $548,566.25, DD 06/30/26
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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.
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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 National Acquisition Center (NAC) High Tech Orders (36A797), has issued a Justification for Exception to Fair Opportunity for a sole-source delivery order to Hologic Sales and Service, LLC. This action is for the upgrade of existing Hologic Selenia Dimensions 2D mammography equipment at VISN 15, VAMC St. Louis – John Cochran system, MO. The award amount is $548,566.25, with a delivery date of June 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a comprehensive upgrade of the existing Selenia Dimensions 2D system. This includes all necessary computer hardware, software, licensing, contrast accessories, training, and x-ray components to enhance the mammography capabilities.
Contract Details
- Type: Justification for Exception to Fair Opportunity / Sole Source Delivery Order (Logical Follow-On)
- Awardee: Hologic Sales and Service, LLC
- Award Amount: $548,566.25
- Delivery Date: June 30, 2026
- IDIQ Contract: SPE2D1-17-D-0027
- Product Service Code: 6525 (X Ray Equipment And Supplies: Medical, Dental, Veterinary)
- Published Date: February 5, 2026
Rationale for Sole Source
The justification for this sole-source award is based on several factors:
- Logical Follow-On: This upgrade is a logical follow-on to a previous delivery order (VA797H-13-J-2070) for the same system, originally procured via full competition in FY2013.
- Unique Qualifications: Hologic, as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), is deemed the only contractor capable of providing the upgrade. This is due to the critical need for compatibility with existing OEM components and the proprietary nature of the hardware and software. The OEM possesses unique trade information essential for the upgrade and continued system operation.
- FDA Certification: The medical device's Tomosynthesis functionality holds FDA 510K medical device certification, information exclusively known to the OEM.
Future Actions
Future requirements for similar services will be handled on a case-by-case basis, with the agency intending to provide fair opportunity to all schedule holders where feasible.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Sheila Henderson, CONTRACT OFFICER
- Email: sheila.henderson@va.gov
- Phone: 708-786-5251