LEICA PROVEO 8X
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) is conducting a Sources Sought notice to identify potential sources for an advanced Leica Proveo 8x ophthalmic surgical microscope system for the Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center in Cleveland, OH. This market research aims to determine industry capabilities, particularly from small businesses, and inform a future acquisition strategy. Responses are due by March 18, 2026.
Scope of Requirement
The requirement is for an advanced, modular digital ophthalmic surgical microscope system, similar to the Leica Proveo 8x. Key features include high-definition real-time visualization, a heads-up surgical display, enhanced depth of field, low-illumination imaging capabilities, and integration of intraoperative imaging and data overlays. This system is intended to support various ophthalmic surgical procedures.
Opportunity Details & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research to identify potential small business sources)
- Published Date: March 11, 2026
- Response Due Date: March 18, 2026, 5 PM ET
Information Requested from Potential Sources
Interested parties must demonstrate their capability and submit the following:
- Point of Contact (email and phone)
- Business name and address
- Applicable business socio-economic category
- GSA, NAC, TAC, or SAC contract number (if applicable)
- Capability statement and/or brochures
- SAM Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number
- Delivery days After Receipt of Order (ARO)
- Country of product origin
- OEM or distributor status (with OEM authorization if a distributor)
Submission Instructions
Responses are voluntary and will not be compensated. Proprietary information should be clearly marked. This Sources Sought notice does not guarantee a future solicitation. Submissions must be sent via email to Rachelle J. Hamer at rachelle.hamer@va.gov. Telephone inquiries, faxes, or courier deliveries will not be accepted. The email subject line must be "RFI 36C25026Q0381 | Leica Proveo 8x".