6540--Ophthalmic Ultrasound Console and System to Replace Aging System at DC
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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), specifically the Maryland Health Care System, is soliciting quotes for an Ophthalmic Ultrasound Console and System to replace an aging unit at the Washington DC VA Medical Center. This is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSBC) Set-Aside opportunity. Responses are due by June 24, 2026, at 1:00 PM Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a complete Ophthalmic Ultrasound System, including:
- A console capable of A-scan and B-scan imaging.
- Specific probes: 15 MHz B-scan, 50 MHz UBM, and Biometry A-scan with laser aiming.
- Required features: High-resolution imaging, specific axial and lateral resolutions, depth of field up to 20 mm, frame rate up to 16 Hz, Cineloop up to 400 images, axial length measurement for all eye types, built-in IOL formulas, post-op refractive calculation, pattern recognition, and motion sensor IMUv® probes.
- Software: DICOM Software for Ultrasound.
- Accessories: Height Adjustable Cart with Keyboard Tray, Wireless 9 Function Footswitch.
- Training: Clinical Applications Training provided by OEM certified personnel.
- Delivery: Within 90 days from contract award to the Washington DC VA Medical Center.
- Installation/Implementation: To be completed by certified personnel.
- Documentation: Service report, warranty information, Operator's Manual, and complete technical service manuals.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Priced Contract.
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSBC).
- NAICS Code: 334510 (Small business size standard: 1000 employees).
- Product Service Code (PSC): 6540 (Ophthalmic Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies).
- Place of Performance: Department of Veterans Affairs Washington DC VA Medical Center, Washington, DC 20422.
Submission & Evaluation
- Response Date/Time: June 24, 2026, 1:00 PM Eastern Time.
- Submission Method: Email quotes to Zachary.Altner@va.gov.
- Evaluation: Best value evaluation based on comparative assessment of quotes, ensuring offered equipment meets requested characteristics.
- Representations and Certifications: Offerors must complete electronically via SAM.gov.
- Terms and Conditions: Offerors must state acceptance or list exceptions.
Additional Notes
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ 36C24526Q0588) using the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) format. No separate written solicitation document will be issued; quotes are requested directly. All questions must be submitted in writing via email to the Point of Contact, Zachary K Altner (Zachary.Altner@va.gov).