Notice of Intent to Sole Source - NX EQ Pachymeters Corneal Ultrasound

SOL #: 36C10G26Q0032Pre-SolicitationSole Source

Overview

Buyer

Veterans Affairs
Veterans Affairs, Department Of
SAC FREDERICK (36C10X)
FREDERICK, MD, 21703, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

Ophthalmic Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies (6540)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Sole Source (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBS)

Timeline

1
Posted
Mar 10, 2026
2
Response Deadline
Mar 20, 2026, 9:00 PM

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), specifically the Strategic Acquisition Center (SAC) on behalf of the Veterans Health Administration (VHA), has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for the procurement of DGH Pachmate 2 Pachymeters: Corneal Ultrasound or an equal product. The VA intends to award a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract to Corps Medical Supply LLC. This notice is not a request for quotation or proposal.

Scope of Work

This procurement includes:

  • CLIN 0001: DGH Pachmate 2 Handheld Pachymeter (Manufacturer Part Number: DGH 55B). Key characteristics include handheld portability, LCD screen data review, battery operation, measurement range of 300-999 microns with +/- 5 microns accuracy and 1 micron resolution, minimum 9 readings per test, cleanable probe/tip, weight under 3.65 oz, audible measurement indication, and at least a one-year warranty.
  • CLIN 0002: Detachable Probe for Pachmate 2 (Manufacturer Part Number: DGH DET 2006), which must function with CLIN 0001.

Contract Details

  • Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
  • Authority: Public Law 109-461, Veterans First Contracting Program (38 U.S.C. § 8127(c)), and VAAR 819.7008, which permits sole source awards to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB).
  • Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Sole Source.
  • NAICS Code: 339112 – Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (Size Standard: 1,000 employees)
  • PSC Code: 6540 – Ophthalmic Instruments, Equipment and Supplies
  • Department/Office: Veterans Affairs / SAC FREDERICK (36C10X)

Submission & Evaluation

This notice serves as the only synopsis. Interested parties capable of providing the required DGH Pachmate 2 Pachymeters or an equal product may identify their interest and demonstrate their capability. Supporting information must clearly show the ability to meet the specified requirements. No solicitation package will be issued. The government reserves the discretion not to compete this requirement.

Key Dates & Contacts

Important Notes

This is not a Request for Quotation/Proposal. The government will not be responsible for any costs incurred by respondents to this notice.

People

Points of Contact

Kyle FranksPRIMARY
kyle.franks@va.gov
(240) 521-3110
Kimberly LeMieuxSECONDARY
Kimberly.LeMieux@va.gov

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