6615--Thyroid Probe Well - Imaging/Radiology
Overview
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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 James H. Quillen VA Medical Center in Mountain Home, TN, is seeking quotations for a Captus 4000E Thyroid Uptake with 2" Well Counter and associated in-house setup and training. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation issued as an RFQ under unrestricted, open market conditions. Quotes are due by March 20, 2026, at 10:00 AM CT.
Scope of Work
The requirement includes:
- Item 0001: A Captus 4000E Thyroid Uptake system with a 2" Well Counter. This system must feature automated QC, bioassay, wipe tests, lab tests, a fully functional 1024 channel MCA, a 20-inch all-in-one touch screen computer, an ink jet printer, an ergonomically designed stand, an articulating collimator arm, a medical-grade Corian countertop, and specific Cs-137 and Eu-152 rod sources. The equipment must meet salient characteristics detailed in the Statement of Work.
- Item 0002: In-house setup and training for the procured system. The vendor is responsible for shipping, unboxing, installation, ensuring full operational status, and providing staff training.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ)
- Contract Period: Base period from April 1, 2026, to June 30, 2026.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted in the Open Market.
- NAICS Code: 334517 (Irradiation Apparatus Manufacturing) with a 1,200-employee size standard.
- PSC: 6615 (Automatic Pilot Mechanisms and Airborne Gyro Components).
- Questions Due: March 16, 2026, 10:00 AM CT.
- Quote Due: March 20, 2026, 10:00 AM CT.
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must be submitted on company letterhead, in PDF format, and emailed to Ayslin.Kennett@va.gov. The subject line must reference solicitation number 36C24926Q0134. Submissions must include a product information brochure with specifications, a user manual, and certification that the equipment meets all salient characteristics. Quotes must also reflect the Statement of Work.
Award will be based on a comparative evaluation of quotes using Simplified Acquisition Procedures (FAR 13), considering:
- Price
- Technical or Quality (ability to meet desired turnaround times)
- Past Performance references
Offerors must complete annual representations and certifications via SAM.gov. Specific clauses, including VAAR 852.219-76 regarding limitations on subcontracting, apply and require certification.
Point of Contact
Ayslin Kennett, Contract Specialist, at Ayslin.Kennett@va.gov. No phone calls will be accepted.