Request for Information | Visual Fields Analyzer | Unrestricted-Open Market | Brand Name or Equivalent (BNOE)
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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 RPO WEST (36C24W), is soliciting proposals for a Visual Fields Analyzer (Brand Name or Equivalent) for the Bakersfield Clinic Activation. This is an Unrestricted-Open Market acquisition requiring a US-manufactured product compliant with the Buy American Act. Offers are due March 9, 2026, at 0800 PST.
Scope of Work
The VA seeks to procure one (1) Visual Fields Analyzer, identified as a Zeiss Humphrey Field Analyzer 3 (M5555) or an equivalent, along with a FORUM-DICOM Interface License and installation/training services. The equipment must perform perimetry visual field testing and meet specific technical salient characteristics.
Key Requirements
- Equipment: Visual Fields Analyzer (Zeiss Humphrey Field Analyzer 3 or equivalent).
- Functionality: Perimetry visual field testing, liquid trial lens technology, automated eye alignment, RelEYE fixation monitoring.
- Analysis: Guided Progression Analysis (GPA), visual field index.
- Fixation Control: Head tracking, gaze tracking, video eye monitor, Heijl-Krakau blind spot monitor, vertex monitoring.
- Connectivity: FORUM Connectivity, FORUM Glaucoma Workplace, DICOM Connectivity.
- Software/Hardware: SITA database, Windows 10, smart touch interface, 500 GB internal storage.
- Compliance: Must be a US-Manufactured Product and comply with the Buy American Act (BAA).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (contemplated Firm-Fixed-Price).
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted-Open Market.
- NAICS: 339115 (Ophthalmic Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies).
- Offer Due: March 9, 2026, at 0800 PST.
- Published: February 27, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Los Angeles, CA.
Evaluation
Proposals will be evaluated based on technical merit and past performance, when combined. Offerors must complete representations and certifications electronically via SAM.
Additional Notes
This acquisition incorporates numerous FAR and VAAR clauses. Bidders must ensure their proposed equipment meets all listed salient characteristics to be considered compliant. Contact Zachary Zottola (Zachary.Zottola@va.gov) for inquiries.