DA10--Hologic, Inc., Genius AI Detection License 2.0 Software Service

Other / Unclassified

This document is a "Request for Exception to Fair Opportunity Memo" (Justification and Approval) for a brand-name acquisition. It seeks approval to procure the Hologic GENIUS AI DETECTION LICENSE 2.0, including hardware and software, for the Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System (SAVAHS).

This document explains why the government is seeking to procure this specific brand-name item on a sole-source basis, citing proprietary nature, unique capabilities, and the need to maintain interoperability with existing systems. It details the market research conducted to identify potential sources, concluding that only Hologic, Inc. and its two authorized SDVOSB distributors (DGA Medical and Sustainment Technology) can meet the requirements. This information is crucial for potential bidders to understand the justification for a limited competition and the specific vendors identified as capable of fulfilling the requirement.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment to RFQ 36C26226Q0768 serves to:

• Include the Brand Name Justification Document.

• Incorporate the "P03 Exception to Fair Opportunity 36C262-26-AP-5020 Hologic Genious AI Detection Signed" document.

• The Brand Name Justification Document and the "P03 Exception to Fair Opportunity" document are now included.

• Offers must be submitted in accordance with the "Addendum to FAR 52.212-1, Instruction to Offerors."

• Complete and submit enclosure 1 via email no later than 12:00 PM PST on Friday, June 05, 2026, to israel.garcia2@va.gov.

• Ensure all required items are completed and/or included in the quote packet.

• All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain in full force and effect.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the procurement of Computer Aided Detection (CAD) software for mammography, including AI detection, initial training, and related computer hardware. The software aims to enhance diagnostic accuracy by acting as a second reader for radiologists, highlighting potential areas of concern on mammography images.

• Software: GENIUS AI DETECTION LICENSE 2.0, GENIUS AI DETECTION, INITIAL TRAINING, SELENIA DIMENSIONS COMPUTER, UPGRADE ONE IMAGECHECKER CAD to 10.0.

• Salient Characteristics: Must be FDA 510(k) cleared, HIPAA compliant, MQSA/ACR compatible. Supports 2D FFDM and DBT, DICOM-compliant, PACS/RIS integration, prior exam comparison. Automated detection of masses, calcifications, distortions; case-level cancer likelihood scoring; breast density assessment. High sensitivity/specificity, low false positives, processing time ≤60 seconds per DBT exam. Worklist prioritization, concurrent reading mode, CC/MLO correlation. On-premises or cloud, secure updates, role-based access control. Data encryption (TLS/AES), audit logging. Compatible with diagnostic workstations; GPU recommended for DBT.

• Deliverables: N/A (Software procurement).

• Packaging: Must include all user guides.

• Inspection/Acceptance: Software must be new and compatible with systems at SAVAHCS.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Estimated Value: $34 Million (This appears to be an estimate for the overall acquisition, not necessarily this specific solicitation).

• Period of Performance: 30 days after award (for software delivery).

• Submission Deadline: June 05, 2026, by 12:00 PM PDT.

• Submission Method: Quotes must be submitted in writing to ISRAEL.GARCIA2@VA.GOV.

• Quote Limit: 15 pages (excluding pricing schedule).

• Evaluation: Offers will be evaluated for Acceptability (meeting salient characteristics and SOW) and then awarded to the Lowest Price among acceptable offers. The Government may award to other than the lowest priced offeror if it is deemed most advantageous.

• Required Documentation: Include clear, compelling evidence that all items meet salient characteristics. An Authorized Distributor Letter (ADL) from the OEM, signed within 90 days, is required. Offerors must also provide Buy American Act compliance information.

• Set-Aside: This acquisition is 100% set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB).

• Certification: Offerors must be certified SDVOSBs and listed in the SBA certification database at the time of offer and award.

• Vendors must show clear evidence that all items meet required salient characteristics.

• Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is required prior to award.

• No used, refurbished, remanufactured, or "gray market" items are allowed. All software must be new and covered by OEM warranty.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products and services, issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) under FAR Part 12. The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 22, is seeking a contractor to provide the Hologic, Inc., Genius AI Detection License 2.0 Software and Hardware Service. This is a brand name only requirement.

• Hologic, Inc., Genius AI Detection License 2.0, Software and Hardware Service.

• Adherence to the Statement of Work (SOW) S02 36C26226Q0768.

• Delivery no later than 30 days after receipt of order (ARO).

• The Place of Performance is the Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System, Tucson AZ.

• This solicitation is issued as an RFQ. Quotes are requested, and a written solicitation document will not be issued.

• All interested companies shall provide quotations for supplies and refer to the S02 36C26226Q0768 document for details.

• Submit written offers via email to israel.garcia2@va.gov no later than 12:00 PM PST on Friday, June 05, 2026.

• Award will be made to the response most advantageous to the Government, based on a comparative evaluation of quotes.

• Questions must be submitted in writing via email by 12:00 P.M. PST on Wednesday, June 3, 2026.

• This solicitation is 100% Set-Aside for Small Businesses.

• The NAICS code is 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services) with a small business size standard of $34 Million.

• The FSC/PSC is DA10 (IT and Telecom – Business Application/Application development Software As A Service).

• The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 12.

• Refer to the S02 36C26226Q0768 document for detailed information on supplies, SOW, delivery, place of performance, solicitation provisions, required submissions, decision factors, and instructions to offerors.