6640--Notice of Intent to Sole Source - SCANCO USA, Inc. Replacement MicroCT50 X-Ray Tube/Bulb & Maintenance
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 VISN 04, has issued a Special Notice indicating its intent to award a sole source contract to SCANCO USA, Inc. for a replacement MicroCT50 X-Ray Tube/Bulb and associated maintenance services. This requirement is for the Philadelphia VA Medical Center. The government's decision not to compete this procurement is at its sole discretion.
Scope of Work
The requirement includes:
- One (1) Hamamatsu L0101 Replacement X-ray Source A, which includes the X-ray Source itself.
- On-site installation of the replacement part.
- Pre- and post-repair support services.
- Associated travel and shipping.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price, Open Market Order, utilizing Simplified Acquisition Procedures.
- NAICS Code: 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing).
- Product Service Code (PSC): 6640 (Laboratory Equipment And Supplies).
- Place of Performance: Department of Veterans Affairs Philadelphia VA Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA 19104.
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source).
Submission & Evaluation
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals and is not a solicitation or request for offers. The sole source justification for this action will be posted with the Notice of Award. However, any firm capable of supplying this requirement should respond via email to the designated contact.
Response Information
- Response Deadline: 12:00 PM EST on April 28, 2026.
- Submission Method: Email responses to joanne.skaff@va.gov.
- Contact: Joanne Skaff, Contract Specialist, joanne.skaff@va.gov, 570-899-6581.