REQUEST FOR QUOTE (RFQ) | FUNDUS CAMERA | SEEKING PRODUCT MANUFACTERED IN THE UNITED STATES BRAND NAME OR EQUIVALENT (BNOE) | UNRESTRICTED OPEN-MARKET

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the "Salient Characteristics Brand Name or Equal (BNOE)" for the M5510 – Camera, Fundus, Digital – Nikon, Optos Silverstone P200TxE. It details the minimum required features and specifications for a potential vendor to meet or exceed.

• Minimum Image Capture Features:
  • Nine imaging modalities and UWF with integrated Swept Source OCT.
  • UWF guided, Swept Source OCT for pathology examination.
  • 1050 nm OCT light source for deeper tissue penetration.
  • Non-mydriatic capability with a minimum 2mm pupil.
  • cSLO imaging through most cataracts.
  • 4-in-1 Color Depth ImagingTM.
• UWF Imaging Specifics:
  • Modalities: Color RG, Color RGB, Sensory (red-free), Choroidal, Autofluorescence Green (Green AF), Autofluorescence Blue (Blue AF), Fluorescein (FA), Indocyanine Green (ICG).
  • Resolution: optomap: 20 µm, optomap plus: 14 µm.
  • Laser Wavelengths: Blue (488 nm), Red (635 nm), Green (532 nm), Infra-red (802 nm).
  • Exposure Time: Less than 0.4 seconds.
• OCT Imaging Specifics:
  • Signal Type: Optical scattering from tissue.
  • Signal Source: Swept Source OCT, Wavelength 1050 nm.
  • Axial Resolution: < 7 micron.
  • Transverse Resolution: < 20 micron.
  • Scanners: Galavanometric X, Y pair.
  • Scan Depth: Up to 2.5 mm.
  • A-Scan Rate: Up to 100k cycles/sec.
  • Scan Types: Line Scans Width (6, 14, 23 mm), Volume Scan Height (Min 3.5 mm; Max 9 mm), Volume Scan Width (Min 6.0 mm; Max 14 mm).
• Physical Requirements:
  • Space Requirements: Width: 887 mm / 35 in, Depth: 600 mm / 24 in, Height: 725 to 1205 mm / 29 - 48 in.
  • Dimension: 23"D x 22"W x 28"H.
• Quantity: 1

This document is critical for bidders to understand the specific technical and physical requirements for the fundus camera system. Vendors must ensure their proposed "brand name or equal" product meets or exceeds all listed salient characteristics to be considered compliant.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice for a Request for Quote (RFQ) to procure a Fundus Camera. The requirement is for a product manufactured in the United States, or an equivalent Brand Name or Equivalent (BNOE). This is an unrestricted, open-market procurement.

• Fundus Camera (Brand Name or Equivalent, US-manufactured)

• Not specified in this document.

• Response Date/Time: May 26, 2026, 08:00 Pacific Time, Los Angeles, USA.

• Archive: 15 days after the response date.

• Unrestricted Open-Market.

• Solicitation Number: 36C24W26Q0147

• Product Service Code: 6515

• NAICS Code: 339115

• Place of Performance: Department of Veterans Affairs, Greater Los Angeles VA Healthcare System.

• Point of Contact: Francisco Acevedo, Contract Specialist (francisco.acevedojr@va.gov).

Solicitation

This document is a solicitation for the procurement of a fundus camera for the Bakersfield VA Clinic. The camera is intended for early detection and ongoing monitoring of ocular conditions, supporting comprehensive eye care services.

• Product: Digital Fundus Camera, specifically referencing the Nikon, Optos Silverstone P200TXE (M5510) or equivalent.

• Image Capture Features: Must include nine imaging modalities and Ultra-Widefield (UWF) with integrated Swept Source OCT for detailed retinal examination. Must also include UWF and OCT imaging capabilities.

• Physical Characteristics: Specific dimensions are provided (Width: 887 mm / 35 in, Depth: 600 mm / 24 in, Height: 725 to 1205 mm / 29 - 48 in). Quantity: 1.

• Functional and Performance Characteristics: Must meet the functional and performance capabilities listed.

• Training: One-time training at installation is required.

• Warranty: Standard manufacturer industry warranty term required; extended warranties are not accepted.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price contract is contemplated.

• Period of Performance: Delivery and installation must be completed after receipt of purchase order by 8/1/2026.

• Submission: Offers must be submitted by the exact time specified in the solicitation. Minimum required information includes solicitation number, offeror details, technical description, price, warranty terms, and acknowledgment of amendments.

• Evaluation: Offers will be evaluated based on technical and past performance, combined. Options will be evaluated by adding their total price to the basic requirement price. The government may accept any item or group of items and is not obligated to accept the lowest offer.

• Key Deadlines: Delivery and installation by 8/1/2026.

• The solicitation includes provisions for North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes and small business size standards. It also references set-aside opportunities for small businesses, HUBZone, service-disabled veteran-owned, economically disadvantaged women-owned, and women-owned small businesses.

• The document incorporates numerous FAR and VAAR clauses by reference, covering contract terms, conditions, security requirements, payment, delivery, and other compliance matters. Offerors are cautioned to review these clauses carefully.

Sources Sought Notice

This document is a Sources Sought Synopsis Only, issued for planning purposes to identify domestically manufactured fundus cameras or equivalents. The government does not intend to award a contract based on this notice, nor will it pay for information solicited, except as an allowable cost under other contracts. Responses will be used to make appropriate acquisition decisions, and a future solicitation announcement may be published.

• The government is seeking information on "FUNDUS CAMERA OPTOS SILVERSTONE ULTRA-WIDEFIELD RETINAL CAMERA WITH SWEPT-SOURCE OCT" or equivalent.

• The procurement may also include "Shipping & Handling (FOB Destination), and Installation, Calibration & On-Site Training."

• This is not a solicitation for proposals or offers.

• Interested parties should provide specific company information as requested in the notice.

• Responses are not considered adequate responses to a future solicitation announcement.

• NAICS Code: 339115

• Small Business Size Standard: 1000 Employees

• Potential Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and have a current Online Representations and Certification Application on file with SAM to be eligible for an award.

• The product must be manufactured in the United States.

• The response date is April 24, 2026, 8:00 Pacific Time.

• The contracting office is the Regional Procurement Office West (RPOW).

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the "Salient Characteristics Brand Name or Equal (BNOE)" for the M5510 – Camera, Fundus, Digital – Nikon, Optos Silverstone P200TxE. It details the minimum required features and specifications for a potential vendor to meet or exceed.

• Unit Requirements: Must include minimum image capture features.
• Imaging Modalities: Nine imaging modalities and UWF with integrated Swept Source OCT are required for detailed retinal examination. Specific modalities include Color RG, Color RGB, Sensory (red-free), Choroidal, Autofluorescence Green (Green AF), Autofluorescence Blue (Blue AF), Fluorescein (FA), and Indocyanine Green (ICG).
• UWF Imaging Specifications: Includes resolution (optomap: 20 µm, optomap plus: 14 µm), laser wavelengths (Blue: 488 nm, Red: 635 nm, Green: 532 nm, Infra-red: 802 nm), and exposure time (less than 0.4 seconds).
• OCT Imaging Specifications: Signal type (optical scattering), signal source (Swept Source OCT, 1050 nm), axial resolution (< 7 micron), transverse resolution (< 20 micron), scanners (Galavanometric X, Y pair), scan depth (up to 2.5 mm), A-Scan Rate (up to 100k cycles/sec), and scan types (Line Scans Width: 6, 14, 23 mm; Volume Scan Height: Min 3.5 mm; Max 9 mm; Volume Scan Width: Min 6.0 mm; Max 14 mm).
• Physical Requirements: Includes space requirements (Width: 887 mm / 35 in, Depth: 600 mm / 24 in, Height: 725 to 1205 mm / 29 - 48 in) and dimensions (23"D x 22"W x 28"H).
• Quantity: 1 unit.

This document is critical for bidders to understand the specific technical capabilities and physical constraints of the required fundus camera. Vendors must ensure their proposed equipment meets or exceeds all listed salient characteristics to be considered compliant with the solicitation.