Philips MX-40 Telemetry Packs

Amendment / Modification

• The NAICS code has been adjusted to 334510 (Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,250 employees.

• A waiver published in the Federal Register (Vol. 72, pg. 72433, dated 12/20/2007) is applicable.

• Item 14, "Description of Amendment/Modification", has been updated with the changes listed above.

• The RFQ due date remains February 13, 2026, at 1:00 PM CST.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the acquisition of eighteen (18) Philips MX-40 IntelliVue 1.4 Ghz Smart Hopping Telemetry Packs for the Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center. These devices are wearable patient monitors required to interface with the existing Philips Patient Information Center (PIC) iX monitoring system.

• Product: Philips IntelliVue MX-40 1.4 Ghz Smart Hopping Telemetry Packs.

• Quantity: 18 units.

• Technical Specifications:

  • 2.8" color, touch-sensitive display.
  • Smart, multi-measurement cable systems.
  • FAST or Masimo SET SpO2 capability.
  • Standard, EASI or Hexad ECG lead system selection.
  • Impedance-based Respiration measurement.
  • Alarm generation from Pulse measurement.
  • 6-lead capability for diagnosing cardiac abnormalities.
  • Local measurement trend/alarm history and upload.
  • Integrated radio for connection to an Information Center.
  • Rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack.

• Warranty: Minimum of 1-year warranty covering system, accessories, software, parts, and labor.

• Installation: Not required. Technical support will be provided.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.

• Set-Aside: Total Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside.

• NAICS Code: 541519 (Other Computer Related Services).

• Size Standard: $34 Million.

• Offer Due Date: February 13, 2026, 1300 CST.

• Evaluation Factors:

  1. Technical Requirement (meeting SOW and Price/Cost Schedule).
  2. OEM Authorization (must be an authorized distributor and submit a letter).
  3. Price.

• Evaluation Method: Comparative evaluation process, considering best overall benefit to the Government, not necessarily the lowest price.

• Submission Requirements: Offerors must complete and submit Section B.3 Price/Cost Schedule and provide an Authorized Distributor Letter from the OEM.

• This acquisition is a total set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB).

• Offerors must be certified SDVOSBs listed in the SBA certification database.

• This is a Brand Name Only acquisition. Like items will not be accepted.

• A supporting Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition (J&A) is attached separately.

• Offerors must submit an Authorized Distributor Letter from the OEM with their quote.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Brand Name Only justification for acquiring Philips MX40 1.4 Ghz Smart Hopping Wireless Telemetry Packs for the Wichita VA Medical Center (VAMC). It explains why the procurement is limited to a single source, despite the item being available from multiple resellers.

• Supplies/Services: 18 Philips MX40 1.4 Ghz Smart Hopping Wireless Telemetry Packs.
• Intended Use: To replace current telemetry packs nearing end-of-life and to aid in continuous patient monitoring during intra-hospital movement.
• Justification for Single Source: The Wichita VAMC uses the Philips Patient Information Center (PIC) IX, a regulated medical IT system. The PIC IX's Instructions for Use state that only components provided by Philips Medical Systems are approved and supported for use with the PIC IX system. The Philips MX40 packs are required to integrate directly with this system. Other telemetry packs are unable to integrate.
• Market Research: Conducted via FPDS-NG, SAM.gov, Google.com, and other government portals. A Sources Sought Notice was also posted to SAM.gov. Market research determined that competition is available among authorized resellers, particularly through SDVOSBs.
• Contracting Authority: Justification is made under FAR 13.106-1 for over micro-purchase threshold but not exceeding the SAT.

This document clarifies that while the specific Philips telemetry packs are required due to system integration needs, the procurement will be made through authorized resellers, indicating potential competition among these entities. Bidders should note the specific system (Philips PIC IX) and the requirement for integration with Philips-provided components.