J065--Medtronic O-Arm Repair
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), Network Contracting Office 21 (NCO21), intends to negotiate a sole source, Firm-Fixed Price contract for Medtronic O-Arm Equipment repair services at the VA Palo Alto Healthcare System. The intended awardee is ACIST Medical Systems, Inc., as they are the only entity authorized by the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Medtronic, to provide these services. This is a Special Notice issued for informational purposes only, not a solicitation. Firms capable of meeting the requirement must express their interest and capabilities by February 27, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for repair services of Medtronic O-Arm Equipment.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: April 24, 2026 - April 23, 2027
- Intended Award Date: March 24, 2026
- Response Due: February 27, 2026, 4:00 PM Pacific Standard Time
- Published Date: February 23, 2026
Eligibility & Response
- Sole Source Intent: The Government intends to award to ACIST Medical Systems, Inc. (SAM UEI: LMVLAN4TEM45, CAGE CODE: 4QZS7).
- Interested Firms: Firms believing they can meet the Government's requirement must identify their interest and capability to the Contracting Officer via email.
- Business Type: Respondents must indicate if they are large, small, small-disadvantaged, 8(a), or woman-owned businesses, and whether they are U.S. or foreign-owned.
Additional Notes
This announcement does not constitute a solicitation or request for competitive proposals. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted. Proprietary data should be clearly marked. The Government will not pay for any information submitted and this synopsis does not obligate the Government to acquire any products or services. Contact: John Waldrip (john.waldrip@va.gov).