NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE for the Iridex CYCLO‑G6 Laser System
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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), specifically the VA San Francisco Health Care System – Oakland CBOC Eye Clinic, is seeking to procure the Iridex CYCLO‑G6 Laser System and OEM accessories for glaucoma treatment. This is a Notice of Intent to Sole Source, but the VA is accepting competitive quotes. Quotes are due by June 12, 2026, at 12 PM PDT.
Purpose & Scope
The procurement aims to acquire the Iridex CYCLO‑G6 Laser System to provide MicroPulse Cyclophotocoagulation for glaucoma patients at the Oakland CBOC Eye Clinic. This will allow local treatment and reduce patient travel to the main VA campus. The Iridex CYCLO‑G6 is a brand-name OEM technology required for its proprietary MicroPulse laser delivery, OEM-specific probe compatibility, FDA-cleared therapeutic parameters, and integration with existing VA ophthalmic workflow. Key deliverables include the new unit, installation, on-site training for laser-certified ophthalmologists, and a warranty. Delivery and installation are required within three months of purchase.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Notice of Intent to Sole Source, with an accompanying Request for Quote)
- NAICS Code: 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing)
- Size Standard: 1,000 Employees
- Product Service Code (PSC): 6540 (Ophthalmic Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies)
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted. Market research indicated that the "Rule of Two" for small business set-asides was not met, as fewer than two qualified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) were identified.
- Place of Performance: Oakland CBOC Eye Clinic, CA 94121
Submission & Evaluation
While this is a Notice of Intent to Sole Source, the Government is accepting competitive quotes.
- Quotes Due: June 12, 2026, at 12 PM PDT.
- Submission: Electronically to Edward Hunter (Edward.Hunter@va.gov) and Janetra Johnson (Janetra.Johnson@va.gov).
- Quote Requirements: Must be labeled with the contractor's name, SAM UEI number, business address, and point of contact information. Proprietary information should be clearly marked. Telephone and fax responses will not be accepted.
- Evaluation: Award will be based on price (Factor 1), going to the responsible offeror with the lowest total evaluated price that conforms to the solicitation requirements. Offerors must pay close attention to the addendum for FAR 52.212-1 and FAR 52.212-2 for submission instructions and evaluation requirements. VA Form 852.219-76, Limitations on Subcontracting, must be completed.
Additional Notes
This notice is not a request for competitive quotes in itself, but the accompanying RFQ provides instructions for submitting quotes. The Government believes the proposed contractor is the only provider capable of supplying the Iridex CYCLO‑G6 system with all required components and specifications. However, any business that believes it can provide the required brand-name items or equal may submit a written capability statement to Janetra.Johnson@va.gov and Edward.Hunter@va.gov. Supporting evidence must be furnished in sufficient detail. A determination by the Government not to compete is solely within its discretion. This notice does not commit the Government to contract.