Intent to Sole Source - Support agreement to maintain management of EKG services
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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 National Institute of Health, Clinical Center (NIH-CC) has issued an Intent to Sole Source to Philips North America LLC for a support agreement to maintain management of EKG services in Bethesda, MD. This notice is for informational purposes, not a request for proposal. Responsible sources may submit capability statements by June 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the maintenance and support of the IntelliSpace ECG Management System, which is routinely used for diagnostic and research EKGs on adult and pediatric patients within the Clinical Center. The system allows for viewing and interpretation of EKGs and interfaces data into the electronic medical record. Services include:
- Preventative maintenance
- Repair services
- Technical support
- Software updates
- Training
- Loaner equipment
- Probe replacement
These services are crucial to minimize downtime, ensure safe and effective patient care, and provide prompt diagnoses.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Intent to Sole Source)
- Authority: 41 U.S.C. 253(c)(1) as implemented by FAR 6.302-1 (only one responsible source).
- Proposed Vendor: Philips North America LLC
- Place of Performance: Bethesda, MD
- Product Service Code: 6515 - Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies
- Capability Statement Due: June 11, 2026, by 12:00 PM Eastern Standard Time
- Published: June 1, 2026
Response Information
This is not a Request for Proposal. However, all responsible sources that believe they can provide the required services may submit a capability statement. Submissions should reference NOI-OLAO-CC-26-006426 in the subject line and be emailed to valerie.gregorio@nih.gov. The Government will consider all responses received by the closing date, but a determination not to compete is solely at the Government's discretion.