6540--PHACOEMULSIFICATION UNITS
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
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), Network Contracting Office (NCO) 20, is conducting market research through this Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential sources for Phacoemulsification Units for the Portland VA Medical Center in Portland, OR. The goal is to determine the appropriate acquisition method for this requirement. Responses are due April 20, 2026, at 06:00 PST.
Scope of Requirement
The VA is seeking information on Phacoemulsification Units that are brand name or equal to those manufactured by Alcon Vision LLC. The requirement includes specific items such as:
- 30 Unity 4D Phaco Handpieces
- 3 OZIL FRAG HANDPIECES
- 3 UNITY VCS VLTP units
- Various other components like ASSY,SHIP,VIT 23GA ANT, ANTERIOR PAK UCS, NG VISCOUS FLUID CONTROL, POSTERIOR PAK UVRC, ISPAN C3F8 PERFLUOROPROPANE, and ISPAN SF6 SULFUR HEXAFLUORIDE.
The units must meet detailed Salient Characteristics for both Vitreoretinal Capabilities and Cataract Surgery Capabilities. Key vitreoretinal requirements include a vitrectomy cutter capable of at least 30,000 cuts per minute, compatibility with dual-blade cutters, stable intraocular pressure maintenance, various aspiration modes, occlusion detection, multi-channel LED illumination, 27 gauge instrument compatibility, an internal 532 nm laser with multi-spot capability, and an efficient entry/infusion system. Cataract surgery requirements include intelligent fluidics for chamber stability, surge mitigation, a torsional or equivalent advanced phaco handpiece, and real-time thermal sensing with automatic power modulation.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: April 20, 2026, 06:00 PST
- Published: April 6, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested contractors should submit their responses via email to Gregory Watson at Gregory.Watson2@va.gov. Responses must include:
- Company name, address, and business size.
- Point of contact name, phone number, and email address.
- Country of origin for any items not manufactured in the USA.
Additional Notes
The applicable NAICS Code is 339112 (Ophthalmic Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies) for determining business size standard. No telephone inquiries will be accepted. This notice is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation.