Non-invasive Vascular Health Assessment Device
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 Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS), under the Department of Defense, is seeking quotes for one (1) non-invasive vascular health assessment device. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity aims to procure a device capable of comprehensive vascular health measurements. Quotes are due by June 15, 2026, 10:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This Request for Quotes (RFQ) is for a non-invasive vascular health assessment device. The device must meet specific technical requirements, including:
- Measuring blood pressure in both ankle and arm for ankle-brachial index assessment.
- Tracking early changes in vessel compliance.
- Measuring skin sweat response to stress.
- Assessing peripheral arterial endothelial function and pulsatile volume changes.
- Analyzing photoplethysmography and heart rate variability. The device must be portable and perform assessments in less than 15 minutes. The TM-Flow System is provided as an example of a technically acceptable device.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Request for Quote)
- Contract Type: Purchase Order
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS: 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing) with a 1,000-employee size standard.
- Place of Performance: Bethesda, MD (FOB Destination)
- Questions Due: June 10, 2026, 10:00 PM EST
- Quotes Due: June 15, 2026, 10:00 PM EST
- Published Date: June 6, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Offerors must submit quotes via email to the Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist. Multiple quotes for different brands/models and pricing structures (including one-year and preferred three-year warranty options) are permitted. Award will be made on a best-value basis, considering Technical, Past Performance, and Price, with the possibility of trading off technical specifications against price. Quotes must be valid for a minimum of 30 days.
Eligibility
This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Vendors must be registered and active in SAM.gov to be eligible for an award.
Key Documents
- RFQ Non-invasive Vascular Health Assessment Device.pdf: Provides overall requirements, submission details, and evaluation criteria.
- Attachment 1 Provisions and Clauses HU000126QE018.pdf: Contains essential FAR and DFARS clauses and provisions, including WAWF instructions.
- Attachment 2 Specifications HU000126QE018.pdf: Details the mandatory technical specifications for the device.