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.
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 Harry S Truman Memorial Veteran's Hospital in Columbia, MO, is soliciting proposals for Automated Endoscope Leak Testers. This Firm-Fixed-Price contract aims to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of leak detection processes for endoscopes, thereby reducing equipment downtime. Proposals are due March 19, 2026, at 11:00 AM CT.
Scope of Work
The requirement includes the procurement of three (3) Automatic Endoscopic Leak Testers and associated accessories. Key specifications for the testers include compatibility with Olympus flexible endoscopes, simultaneous testing of two endoscopes, automatic dry leak testing, manual wet leak testing, and the ability to print test results. The devices must also be self-check capable. Accessories required are printer paper rolls, portable printers, wall mount holders, leak test air tubes, power cords, User ID Master Cards, Scope ID Master Cards, and Card Holders. The contractor is also responsible for the delivery, installation, and start-up testing of one unit, as well as providing on-site equipment training for clinical staff.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Period of Performance: Delivery is required within 90 Days After Receipt of Order (ARO).
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (NAICS and size standard to be determined).
- Place of Performance: Harry S Truman Memorial Veteran's Hospital, Columbia, MO.
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: March 19, 2026, 11:00 AM CT.
- Submission Method: Electronically via email to cory.rosene@va.gov.
- Evaluation Factors: Technical Requirement, Past Performance, and Price.
- Submission Requirements: Offerors must provide a detailed quote with pricing, technical specifications, an equipment technical specifications sheet, and an OEM Letter verifying their status as an Authorized Distributor.
- Eligibility: Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and may need verification in the SBA Small Business Search. They must be an OEM, authorized dealer, authorized distributor, or authorized reseller, and provide verification. The Non-Manufacturer Rule is not applicable due to a Class Waiver.
Important Notes
- All stated times are Central Time (CT).
- Technical questions must be submitted via email to cory.rosene@va.gov by March 16, 2026, 11:00 AM CT.
- The Government intends to award without discussions.
- Offerors must agree to hold prices firm for 30 calendar days from the offer due date.
- Primary Contact: Cory Rosene (cory.rosene@va.gov).