Exam Equipment
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 RPO WEST office, is conducting Sources Sought / Market Research to identify qualified Total Small Business contractors capable of providing Exam Equipment for the Bakersfield VA Clinic in Bakersfield, CA. This includes sphygmomanometers, ophthalmoscopes, diagnostic units, and mobile exam lights. Responses are due by March 9, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This is a Sources Sought notice, not a solicitation or Request for Quote (RFQ). The Government is gathering information for planning purposes to determine the availability of interested and capable contractors. The Bakersfield VA Clinic requires this equipment for various clinics, including primary care, mental health, PM&R, telehealth, and women's health, to aid in diagnosing and monitoring patient care.
Specific equipment needed includes:
- Sphygmomanometers (e.g., Welch Allyn Tycos 767 Wall Aneroid)
- Otoscopes
- Ophthalmoscopes (e.g., Prestige Opty PanOptic Plus w Ret Trn)
- Diagnostic units (e.g., Diagnostic Set w PO & MV)
- Mobile exam lights (e.g., WA Green Series General Exam Light w/Mobile Stand, WA KleenSpec 800 Cordless Spec. Illum. System)
- Associated installation services.
Key Information for Bidders
- This is NOT a solicitation. The Government is not seeking quotes at this time and will not accept unsolicited quotes.
- Responding to this request does not guarantee future participation in an RFQ or award.
- All costs associated with responding are at the interested party's expense.
Response Requirements
Interested parties should submit responses including:
- Company Information (name, phone, DUNS, CAGE Code, Point of Contact, website)
- GSA contract information and socioeconomic status
- Company capabilities related to providing the described exam equipment and services
- Previous experience providing similar services or equipment
- Information on teaming/subcontracting plans
- Country of origin for products and indication if domestic or alternate items are available if not American-made (in compliance with the Buy American Act).
- Any other relevant information for market research and acquisition strategy.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: March 9, 2026, by 8:00 PM ET
- Published: February 23, 2026
- Place of Performance: Bakersfield, CA
Contact Information
Erica Perry-Johnson, Contract Specialist, Regional Procurement West
- Email: erica.perry-johnson@va.gov
- Phone: 702-241-1225