J065--TCGRx ATP and InspectRx, Service and Maintenance Support
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), Network Contracting Office 21 (NCO21), intends to negotiate a sole source Firm-Fixed Price contract with Parata Systems for Annual Maintenance Support Service for the TCGRx ATP and InspectRx Pill Packaging Unit at the VA Sierra Nevada Healthcare System (VASNHCS). This is a Special Notice for informational purposes only, not a solicitation. Interested firms capable of meeting the requirement must respond by April 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for annual maintenance support services for the TCGRx ATP and InspectRx Pill Packaging Unit. Services must be provided by Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) certified technicians from Parata Systems, who are the only individuals authorized to install and maintain the equipment. The OEM guarantees work only when completed by their technicians.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price, base plus 4 option years.
- Anticipated Awardee: Parata Systems (SAM UEI: YSK7Y3XCL1C7; CAGE CODE: 31EA6).
- Estimated Period of Performance: July 21, 2026, to July 20, 2031.
- Anticipated Award Date: June 18, 2026.
- Published Date: April 8, 2026.
Response Requirements
This is not a request for competitive proposals. Firms believing they can meet the Government's requirement must identify their interest and capability to the Contracting Officer via email within five (5) calendar days of the publication date. Responses are due no later than Monday, April 13, 2026, at 4:00 PM Pacific Standard Time.
Eligibility & Submission
Interested firms must indicate their business size/type (large, small, small-disadvantaged, 8(a), or woman-owned) and whether they are U.S. or foreign-owned. Proprietary data should be clearly marked.
Additional Notes
- The Government will not pay for any information submitted.
- This synopsis does not obligate the Government to acquire any products or services.
- Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.
- Contact: John Waldrip (john.waldrip@va.gov).