6530--BT BRAIN SURGERY SYSTEM RFI
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Baltimore VAMC, is conducting market research through a Request for Information (RFI)/Sources Sought Notice for a Brain Surgery System. This RFI aims to identify capable sources for a mobile wheeled brain surgery solution. Responses are due March 31, 2026, by 1:00 p.m. EST.
Scope of Work
The OR/surgical service requires a mobile wheeled brain surgery solution featuring:
- Touchscreen high-definition 4K visualization and large screen 3D viewing.
- Electromagnetic tracking, robot, training, hardware, adaptors, and instrument setup.
- Spine and brain software that is VA OIT TRM approved and DICOM approved.
- Capability to display images on multiple screens for pre- and intraoperative procedures.
- Integration with the VA's existing patient medical record system for picture uploads.
Requested Information
Interested and capable vendors should provide:
- Company details (name, address, point of contact, SAM UEI, business size).
- Applicable contract numbers, product brochures, place of manufacturer, and country of origin.
- NAIC/PSC codes.
- Information on product pricing (ECAT/HTME/GSA/SEWP/FSS/NAC/SAC or open market).
- Confirmation of capability and interest for a Brand or similar Brain Curve Navigation System.
- Specific details on business size status (SB, SDVOSB, VOSB, LG) and whether the vendor is a domestic/nondomestic manufacturer or authorized distributor.
- A copy of a 2025 signed manufacturer authorized distributor letter of authorization (LOA) if not the manufacturer.
- VA TRM validation for all software versions and VA DICOM approval.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought Notice
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: March 31, 2026, 1:00 p.m. EST
- Published: March 16, 2026
- Product Service Code: 6530 (Hospital Furniture, Equipment, Utensils, And Supplies)
- NAICS Code: 339113 (Surgical Equipment) with a 1000-employee size standard.
Additional Notes
This is solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation. No formal solicitation exists currently, and one may or may not be published later. Responses will inform future acquisition decisions. Submissions must be via email to stephanie.henderson3@va.gov; telephone or fax inquiries will not be accepted. Responders are responsible for all associated costs.