6525--Intent to Sole Source Philips Intellispace Cardiovascular Upgrade - Saint Cloud VA
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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), Network Contracting Office 23, has issued a Notice of Intent to award a sole source, firm-fixed price contract to Philips Healthcare America LLC. This contract is for a software upgrade of Philips Intellispace Cardiovascular equipment currently in use by the VA Saint Cloud Health Care System in Saint Cloud, Minnesota. This notice is published under FAR 5.101(a) and is not a request for competitive quotes. Interested vendors must submit capability statements with proof of OEM certification by May 18, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves providing a software upgrade for the existing Philips Intellispace Cardiovascular equipment. The upgrade is essential for the continued operation and compliance of the system at the VA Saint Cloud Health Care System.
Justification for Sole Source
The proposed award is based on the authority of 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1) and FAR 6.302-1, citing "Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Service Will Satisfy Agency Requirements." The Philips Intellispace Cardiovascular equipment is an FDA 510K listed system, meaning modifications or updates can only be performed by the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Philips Healthcare America LLC, to maintain its certification and functionality.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source, Firm-Fixed Price Contract (Notice of Intent)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- NAICS Code: 334517
- Product Service Code: 6525 (X Ray Equipment And Supplies: Medical, Dental, Veterinary)
- Place of Performance: Saint Cloud VA Health Care System, Saint Cloud, MN
- Published Date: May 7, 2026
- Response Due: May 18, 2026, 10:00 AM Central Time (for capability statements)
Submission & Response
While this is not a solicitation, interested vendors who believe they can satisfy the requirement must provide proof of certification from Philips Healthcare America LLC. This certification must authorize them to provide third-party upgrades for this equipment that conform to the FDA 510K listing. Capability statements should be submitted in writing to Curt LaRose at curt.larose@va.gov by the deadline. The government will review submissions solely to determine if the procurement should be conducted on a competitive basis. A determination not to compete remains at the government's discretion.
Contact Information
- Contracting Officer: Curt LaRose
- Email: curt.larose@va.gov
- Phone: 605-336-3230 x7573