ENT Ceiling Mounted OPMI PICO Mircroscope
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 Portland VA Medical Center, is soliciting proposals for an ENT Ceiling Mounted OPMI PICO Microscope system, including accessories and installation. This is a Solicitation under a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due by February 24, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the procurement of a Carl Zeiss Meditec Basic ENT OPMI PICO microscope system. Key features include 5-step magnification, a green filter, asepsis caps, dust cover, LED illumination, HD video output, 10x/12.5x eyepieces, F=250 objective lens, 180° tiltable tube, T handgrip, additional observation port, and MORA interface capability. The requirement also includes the necessary ceiling mount, coupling, flange, and anchor plate, along with specific accessories such as PV2 HD Video Live 1080P. Installation is a critical component, encompassing mounting the microscope onto a facility-provided ceiling plate, connecting electrical and data, cleanup, and adherence to manufacturer recommendations. Only new equipment will be accepted, and all items must be covered by the manufacturer's warranty.
Contract Details
Delivery is required within 90 Days After Receipt of Order (ARO). Payment will be processed upon receipt, acceptance, and installation. The NAICS Code for this acquisition is 334516 (Medical and Diagnostic Equipment Manufacturing) with a Size Standard of 1000 Employees.
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals are due by February 24, 2026, at 10:00 AM PST. Submissions must be sent electronically via email to Maureen.Sundstrom@va.gov, with a 5MB size limit per email (multiple emails are permitted). Required documents include an OEM authorization letter (or verification of authorized distributorship), evidence of installation capability/certification, a company capability statement, and a completed Buy American Certificate (FAR 52.225-2). Evaluation will prioritize adherence to Statement of Work (SOW) requirements and demonstrated capabilities over price. Offers failing to meet these standards will not be evaluated for price. Award will be made on an All or Nothing Basis.
Eligibility & Set-Aside
This acquisition is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5). Vendors must be the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or an authorized distributor, verified by an authorization letter.
Contact Information
For inquiries, the primary contact is Maureen Sundstrom at maureen.sundstrom@va.gov or 253-888-4935.