6525--Shielded x-ray cabinet brand name or equal to the X-RAD 320
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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.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Portland Healthcare System is seeking a shielded x-ray cabinet, "Brand Name or Equal to" the X-RAD 320, to replace an existing non-functional unit. This equipment is crucial for a research program focused on delivering radiation doses to biological specimens for immunology studies. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside combined synopsis/solicitation, anticipating a Firm-Fixed-Price purchase order. Offers are due March 16, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a shielded x-ray cabinet that must conform to FDA CFR 1020.40 and feature a 320kV Metal ceramic tube, a high-frequency/high-stability x-ray generator, and a cooler (air/water). The system must include password-protected multi-user control, video monitoring, remote diagnostics, an adjustable multi-position shelf, a filter/collimator holder, and two beam conditioning filters. Required options include dose measurement and control, a programmable motorized shelf, and an adjustable variable collimator. Two standard filters (one for in vitro, one for small animal) are also required.
Vendor responsibilities encompass procurement, shipping, installation, decommissioning, and removal of the existing unit. Installation and application training must be provided during normal working hours. Full requirements are detailed in the Statement of Work.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order
- Period of Performance: Base Year: April 1, 2026 – March 31, 2027
- Delivery & Installation: Delivery is required within 90 days of the period of performance start date. Installation must be completed within three weeks of delivery to the VA Portland Healthcare System.
- Place of Performance: VA Portland Healthcare System, 3710 SW U.S. Veterans Hospital Road, Portland, OR 97239-2964.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 334517 (X Ray Equipment And Supplies: Medical, Dental, Veterinary) with a 1200-employee size standard. This NAICS code is subject to a waiver.
- PSC: 6525
Submission & Evaluation
- Questions Due: March 4, 2026, by 1:00 PM Mountain. Submit via email to Jennifer Robles (jennifer.robles1@va.gov). Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.
- Offers Due: March 16, 2026, by 1:00 PM Mountain. Submit via email to Jennifer Robles (jennifer.robles1@va.gov). Late quotations will not be accepted.
- Evaluation Factors: Award will be based on the response most advantageous to the Government, considering Price, Technical or Quality, and Past Performance, as outlined in Section E of the attached Request for Quotation (RFQ).