Dualto Energy System - VACCHCS
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 VA Central California Health Care System (VACCHCS), has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for the procurement of a Dualto Energy System. The Government intends to award a Firm-Fixed-Priced Purchase Order to Johnson & Johnson MedTech. This system is required to replace an end-of-life Ethicon Harmonic G11 generator.
Opportunity Details
- Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs
- Office: 261-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 21 (36C261)
- Place of Performance: Fresno, CA, United States
- NAICS Code: 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing)
- Size Standard: 1,000 Employees
- Product Service Code: 6515 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies)
Scope of Requirement
The requirement is for a Dualto Energy System. This system will replace the current Ethicon Harmonic G11 generator, which has reached its end of life and is no longer supported by the manufacturer.
Sole Source Intent
The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source, Johnson & Johnson MedTech, under the authority of RFO 12.102(a). This notice is not a request for competitive quotes, and no solicitation will be made available.
Challenging the Sole Source
Interested persons may identify their interest and capability to respond to this requirement. Responses will be considered solely for determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement in lieu of the sole source. Supporting evidence must demonstrate the ability to comply with the requirement. If no responses are received, the Government will proceed with the sole source acquisition.
Responses should include:
- GSA or other Schedule Information (specifically the Contract Number)
- System for Awards Management (SAM) UEI#
- Business Size and Socio-Economic Status for NAICS 339112
- Signed letter from Johnson & Johnson MedTech confirming authorized distributor status
Submission & Timeline
- Response Due: June 5, 2026, at 10:00 AM PDT
- Submission Method: Email to David Alvarez at david.alvarez4@va.gov
- Contact: David J. Alvarez (david.alvarez4@va.gov)