J065--Zeiss Microscope Maintenance
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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 23, has issued a Notice of Intent to award a sole-source, firm-fixed-price contract to PROAIM AMERICAS, LLC for the maintenance and recalibration of Carl Zeiss Lumera 700 & Carl Zeiss Lumera Rescan Microscopes. These services are required for the Nebraska-Western Iowa VA Health Care System to ensure veteran safety. While a sole-source award is intended, interested vendors may submit capability statements by March 9, 2026, at 5:00 PM CT.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves the essential maintenance and recalibration of specialized Carl Zeiss Lumera 700 and Carl Zeiss Lumera Rescan Microscopes. These services are critical for the continued safe and effective operation of the equipment at the Department of Veterans Affairs Nebraska-Western Iowa VA Health Care System in Omaha, NE.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Notice of Intent / Sources Sought
- Intended Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Authority: 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1), as implemented by FAR 13.106-1(b) (Sole Source Justification)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source Announcement)
- Response Due: March 9, 2026, 5:00 PM Central Time
- Published: February 26, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
This is not a solicitation. The government believes PROAIM AMERICAS, LLC is the only vendor capable of providing the required maintenance services. However, responsible sources who believe they can fully meet the government's requirement may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation in writing. Submissions will be reviewed solely to determine if the procurement should be conducted on a competitive basis. The decision to compete remains at the sole discretion of the government.
Additional Notes
- NAICS Code: 811210 (Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance)
- Product/Service Code: J065 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Medical, Dental, And Veterinary Equipment And Supplies)
- Point of Contact: Erica Miller, Contract Specialist, erica.miller5@va.gov