6525--Phaco & Hand Pieces in support of the Central Iowa VA HCS
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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), specifically the Central Iowa VA Healthcare System in Des Moines, IA, is soliciting quotes for Phaco Machines and Hand Pieces. This is a 100% Total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside procurement. The VA anticipates awarding one firm-fixed-price contract. Quotes are due by March 31, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST.
Scope of Work
This solicitation (RFQ 36C26326Q0486) seeks to procure Phaco Machines and Hand Pieces to support the Central Iowa VA Healthcare System. Specific details regarding functional and performance specifications are provided in Section B.4 of the solicitation document. "Brand Name or Equal" items are permitted. Delivery of supplies is required on or before September 1, 2026.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- NAICS Code: 339112 (Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing)
- Size Standard: 1000 Employees
- Product Service Code (PSC): 6525 (X Ray Equipment And Supplies: Medical, Dental, Veterinary)
- Place of Performance: Central Iowa VA Healthcare System, 3600 30th St., Des Moines, IA 50310
Submission & Evaluation
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation prepared under FAR Subpart 12.6 and conducted using FAR Part 13 (Simplified Acquisition Procedures). Applicable FAR provisions include 52.212-1 and 52.212-2, with FAR clause 52.212-4 also applying.
- Quotes must include: A signed SF1449 and all pages as detailed in the solicitation.
- Evaluation: Award will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology. Technical ability will be assessed based on Section B.2, a letter of authorization from the OEM (if applicable), and descriptive literature.
Eligibility
This procurement is a 100% Total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside. Prospective offerors must be:
- Registered and current in the System for Award Management (SAM) database (www.sam.gov) at the time of offer.
- Certified SDVOSBs listed in the SBA certification database.
- Responsible contractors.
Key Dates & Contact
- Technical Questions Due: March 24, 2026, by 10:00 AM CST (via email only)
- Quotes Due: March 31, 2026, by 10:00 AM CST (via email)
- Contact: Marie Weathers, Contract Officer (marie.weathers@va.gov, 605-347-2511) Offerors are responsible for ensuring their quotes are received in their entirety by the Contracting Officer before the closing date and time.