Q522--Symbia Mobile Gamma Camera Rental
Overview
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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 Central Alabama Veteran's Healthcare System (CAVHCS) in Montgomery, Alabama, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice for the rental of one mobile dual-head gamma camera. This opportunity includes full leasing, preventative maintenance, and repair services to provide essential diagnostic imaging capabilities. Responses are due by March 13, 2026, at 12 PM Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide a Siemens Symbia mobile GAMMA CAMERA or a compatible equivalent. The equipment must include acquisition and processing software capable of transmitting to Philips VUE PACS via DICOM data. Services required include full leasing, preventative maintenance, and repair services. The unit must be delivered and installed within 30 days of award or customer need date. The contractor is responsible for all maintenance and repair costs, with repairs or replacement required within 48 hours of failure. Onsite repair services are needed during normal business hours (7 am - 4 pm), and 24/7 technical telephone support must be available. Onsite training for use, handling, and applications of the leased equipment is also required. All maintenance and repair services must be performed by OEM certified service personnel, and equipment service reports must be submitted to the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR). Hard drives storing patient data must be removed by the contractor and provided to VA HTM staff for destruction prior to unit removal.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought Notice / Request for Information
- Period of Performance: Estimated at six to eight months.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Response Due: March 13, 2026, 12 PM Eastern Time.
- Published: March 10, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Department of Veterans Affairs, Montgomery VA Medical Center, 215 Perry Hill Rd., Montgomery, AL 36109, USA.
Evaluation
This is a Sources Sought Notice for market research purposes. Responses will be used to identify qualified firms and determine industry capabilities for future procurement. This notice does not constitute a solicitation.
Additional Notes
The Product Service Code is Q522 (Radiology Services), and the NAICS Code is 621512. Interested parties should contact Holly Bowling, Contract Specialist, at Holly.Bowling@va.gov (email only). The Solicitation Number is 36C24726Q0347.