DG10--Minneapolis VA Healthcare System FISH Workstation Software Upgrade Intent to Sole Source Notice

SOL #: 36C26326Q0480Sources SoughtSole Source

Overview

Buyer

Veterans Affairs
Veterans Affairs, Department Of
NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263)
Saint Paul, MN, 55101, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Software Publishers (513210)

PSC

Network Services Delivered As A Service, By Subscription, Or Service Contract. Physical And Wireless Networks Managed As A Service Connected To And From Core Data Centers, Work Areas, And Offices Connecting End Users To The Organization's Broader Networks. Network Services Delivered In Connection With Other Iaa S And Paa S Services. Cloud Based Network Management Services And Software Defined Networks (Sdn) Accessed By Service Contract Or Subscriptions. (DG10)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Timeline

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Posted
Mar 16, 2026
2
Response Deadline
Mar 25, 2026, 10:00 PM

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 23, intends to award a sole source contract to Applied Spectral Imaging Inc. for a FISH Workstation Software Upgrade for the Minneapolis VA Healthcare System. This action is under the authority of FAR 6.103-1/FAR Overhaul 12.102(a), citing only one responsible source. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Interested parties must submit capabilities statements by March 25, 2026, at 16:00 MT.

Scope of Work

  • Provide a supply/service for the FISH Workstation Software Upgrade at the Minneapolis VA Healthcare System.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Intent to Sole Source (Supply/Service)
  • Set-Aside: Total Small Business (FAR 19.5)
  • Response Due: March 25, 2026, 16:00 PM Mountain Time
  • Published: March 16, 2026
  • Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs, NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263)

Submission & Evaluation

This notice is not a request for quotations. Interested parties may express interest by providing a capabilities statement that offers clear and unambiguous evidence of their ability to provide the required services. The government will determine, at its sole discretion, whether to compete this proposed contract based on responses. If no viable responses are received by the deadline, the VA will negotiate solely with Applied Spectral Imaging Inc.

Additional Notes

  • No solicitation will be available for competitive quotes.
  • Phone calls will not be accepted.
  • Point of Contact: Scott Jensen, Contract Specialist, at scott.jensen3@va.gov or 605-490-9129.

People

Points of Contact

Scott JensenContracting SpecialistPRIMARY
scott.jensen3@va.gov
605-490-9129

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Posted: Mar 16, 2026
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