6525--SOFTWARE & COMPONENTS FOR THE SIEMENS MAGNETOM VIDA/VIDA MRI SYSTEM (T3).

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Brand Name Justification for SDVOSB Set-Aside Awards, for procurements over the Micro-Purchase Threshold and under the SAT. It justifies the need to procure specific Siemens software, software installation, and additional components for the MAGNETOM VIDA/VIDA MRI System (3T) on a brand name basis.

• Contracting Activity: Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 22, VA Tucson Healthcare System.
• Supplies/Services: Software, Software Installation, and Additional Components for the Siemens MAGNETOM VIDA/VIDA MRI System (3T).
• Justification for Brand Name: The requested components and software are engineered, tested, and optimized specifically for the Siemens scanner hardware and architecture. They are validated for patient safety, image uniformity, and system reliability. Using non-Siemens alternatives risks incompatibility, damage to the MRI system, and patient safety issues.
• Market Research: Conducted through FPDS, Dynamic Small Business Search, and a SAM Sources Sought. Three SDVOSB Authorized Distributors of Siemens Components were identified, indicating anticipated healthy competition.
• Contracting Officer's Certification: Purchase is approved in accordance with FAR 13.106-1, FAR 19.1405, and VAAR 819.7006.

This document explains why the procurement is being conducted on a brand name basis for specific Siemens MRI components and software. Bidders interested in this opportunity should note that the requirement is for Siemens-specific products due to proprietary and compatibility reasons. The justification also indicates that the procurement is set aside for SDVOSB concerns and that at least two vendors are expected to submit offers.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Excel spreadsheet listing specific software and components for the Siemens MAGNETOM Vida Vida MRI 3T system. It appears to be a pricing or parts list that bidders may need to reference or use for proposal preparation.

• The sheet lists CLINs (Contract Line Item Numbers) from 1 to 9.
• Each CLIN specifies a Siemens brand name product or service, including specific software modules like 'PCASL #BM', 'Arterial Spin Labeling 3D', 'Shoulder Shape 16 #Vi', 'Hand/Wrist 16 #Sk', 'Foot/Ankle 16 #Sk', 'myExam LiverLab Assist', and 'Arterial Spin Labeling 2D'.
• It also includes CLINs for 'Installation' and a '1 YEAR WARRANTY'.
• Manufacturer Part Numbers are provided for most items.
• Quantity is listed as 1 for all items.
• Unit Price and Extended Price are listed as 0.0 for all items.
• A note indicates that if these items are included, bidders should make a note in the unit price column or put '$' in the Unit Price Column.
• A 'TOTAL PRICE' of 0 is indicated.

This attachment provides a detailed list of specific Siemens MRI components and software. Bidders may need to use this list to identify required items, confirm compatibility, or provide pricing for these specific parts as part of their proposal. The instruction regarding noting inclusion in the unit price column suggests this sheet is directly related to pricing requirements within the solicitation.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) for commercial items, prepared in accordance with FAR Part 13. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a single Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) contract for Software, Software Installation, and Additional Components for the Siemens MAGNETOM VIDA/VIDA MRI System (3T) currently installed at the VA Tucson Healthcare System. This is a Brand Name Only requirement.

• Supply Software, Software Installation, and Additional Components for the Siemens MAGNETOM VIDA/VIDA MRI System (3T).

• Components and software are for clinical use and research by the Radiology Department.

• Offerors must demonstrate meeting the salient physical, functional, or performance characteristics specified in Attachment B.

• Products must comply with the Buy American Act and Trade Agreement Act.

• No remanufactured or gray market items will be acceptable.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP).

• Period of Performance: One (1) year.

• Delivery Timeframe: 30 Days After Receipt of Order (ARO).

• Submission Deadline: June 11, 2026, 11:00 AM Pacific Time.

• Submission Method: Electronically via email to Jonathan.Ford1@va.gov. Reference solicitation number 36C26226Q0898 in the subject line.

• Questions Deadline: June 5, 2026, 3:00 PM Pacific Time.

• Evaluation Criteria: Lowest priced quotation that meets all salient characteristics, is responsive, and responsible. Acceptability will be determined by meeting brand name salient characteristics.

• Required Quote Information: Vendor Information with SAM UEI, concurrence with terms, FOB destination, manufacturer/part number, Authorized Distributor Letter, Country of Origin, verification of non-gray market items, small/large business indication, FSS contract details (if applicable), and completed columns F-H of Attachment A.

• Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).

• NAICS Code: 334510 (Size Standard: 1,250 employees).

• Offerors must comply with the Non-Manufacturing Rule (NMR) if applicable.

• Reference Attachment A for line-item numbers, items, and quantities.

• Reference Attachment B for Salient Characteristics.

• Offerors must provide a completed copy of 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications – Commercial Items, or ensure SAM.gov is updated.