Emergency Iridex Pascal Retinal Laser System
Overview
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PSC
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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 Network Contracting Office 4, has awarded a contract to L1 Enterprises Incorporated for the Emergency Iridex Pascal Retinal Laser System. This urgent, single-source award, valued at $106,472.13, addresses a critical need for patient care at the VA facility in Philadelphia, PA.
Scope of Work
This award is for the procurement of the Iridex Pascal Laser System. This system is essential for treating urgent patient needs related to various retinal conditions, including retinal tears, proliferative diabetic retinopathy, and diabetic macular edemas. The acquisition was necessitated by the irreparable state of the VA's existing retinal laser, which was causing cancelled appointments and requiring veterans to seek care in the community.
Contract & Timeline
- Award Number: 36C24426P0227
- Award Amount: $106,472.13
- Award Date: March 19, 2026
- Contract Type: Single-source award, justified under FAR 13.106-1(b).
- Place of Performance: Philadelphia, PA.
- NAICS Code: 339112 (Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing)
- Product Service Code: 6540 (Ophthalmic Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies)
Award Details
- Awardee: L1 ENTERPRISES INCORPORATED
- Awardee Address: 618 W PATRICK ST, FREDERICK, MD 21701
- Set-Aside: The sole distributor, L1 Enterprises, is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). The Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Iridex Corp., is a small business.
Justification for Award
The VA determined an urgent and compelling need for the Iridex Pascal Laser System. Due to the immediate impact on patient safety and care, minimal market research was conducted. The Iridex Pascal Laser System is American-made, and L1 Enterprises is identified as the sole distributor. The VA concluded that further delays for additional market research would outweigh any potential benefits from increased competition.