J065--Chillicothe VAMC Proaim Zeiss Forum Intent to Sole Source
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 Network Contracting Office 10, intends to negotiate a sole source, Firm-Fixed Price Contract for a Proaim Zeiss Forum service agreement. This acquisition is for the Chillicothe VAMC in Chillicothe, OH. The intended contractor is PROAIM AMERICAS LLC. This notice is an intent to sole source, not a request for quote, but interested contractors may submit capabilities statements. Responses are due by April 22, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for a service agreement covering a Proaim Zeiss Forum at the Chillicothe VAMC. The specific services entail maintenance, repair, and rebuilding of medical equipment, falling under Product Service Code J065.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Intended Contractor: PROAIM AMERICAS LLC, 16024 MANCHESTER RD STE 200, ELLISVILLE, MO 63011 (UEI: KECHQ6LN3HN7)
- Place of Performance: Chillicothe VAMC, 17273 State Route 104, Chillicothe, OH 45601
- Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, Network Contracting Office 10
Submission & Evaluation
This notice fulfills the FAR 5.201(b)(1) requirement for publishing proposed contract actions. It is not a Request for Quote (RFQ), and no solicitation document will be issued. However, contractors may submit a capabilities statement or quotation for consideration by the agency. The government will not reimburse any costs incurred by respondents to this notice.
Key Deadlines
- Responses Due: Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time
- Published Date: April 16, 2026
Point of Contact
- Michael Groneman, Contracting Officer: Michael.Groneman@va.gov
- Andrew Arnst, Contract Specialist: Andrew.Arnst@va.gov