Solicitation_Automated Endoscope Leak Tester
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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.
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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 Harry S Truman Memorial Veteran’s Hospital in Columbia, MO, is soliciting proposals for Automated Endoscope Leak Testers and associated accessories. This Firm-Fixed-Price contract is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. The equipment is needed to improve the accuracy and efficiency of leak detection processes and reduce downtime. Offers are due by February 16, 2026, 11:00 AM CST.
Scope of Work
The requirement includes the delivery, installation, and start-up testing of two Automatic Endoscopic Leak Testers and accessories. Key deliverables are:
- 2 Automatic Endoscopic Leak Testers
- 2 Printer Paper Roll Sets
- 2 Portable Printers
- 2 Leak Test Air Tubes
- 2 Wall Mount Holders
- Installation and Startup Testing
- Equipment Training
Salient characteristics for the leak testers include compatibility with Olympus flexible endoscopes, capability to test up to two endoscopes simultaneously, automatic and manual leak testing functions, printing of test results, and device self-check capability. Required accessories include leak tester air tubes, power cords, User ID Master Card, Scope ID Master Card, and card holders.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14), specifically a Total Set-Aside for Certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VAAR 852.219-73).
- NAICS Code: 334510 (Size Standard: 1250 Employees)
- Period of Performance: Delivery expected within 90 Days After Receipt of Order (ARO).
- Place of Performance: Harry S Truman Memorial Veteran’s Hospital, Columbia, MO.
Submission & Evaluation
- Offers Due: February 16, 2026, 11:00 AM CST.
- Technical Questions Due: February 12, 2026, 11:00 AM CST, via email to cory.rosene@va.gov.
- Required Submission Documents:
- Signed SF 1449
- Completed Section B.1 (including UEI, contact information)
- Completed Section B.3 (Price/Delivery Schedule)
- Detailed quote with pricing
- Equipment technical specifications sheet
- OEM Letter confirming Authorized Distributor status
- Completed Buy American Certificate (Section E.7)
- Completed VAAR 852.219-76 (Limitations on Subcontracting)
- Eligibility: Offerors must be registered in SAM and, if applicable, verified in SBA Small Business Search. Offerors must be an Authorized Distributor.
- Evaluation Factors: Technical Requirement, Past Performance, and Price.
Additional Notes
The Non-Manufacturer Rule is not applicable due to a Class Waiver for NAICS 334510.