W065--Endoscope and Bronchoscope Lease, Preventative Maintenance and Repair Service Agreement
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 Alexandria Veterans Healthcare System in Pineville, LA, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential vendors capable of providing Endoscope and Bronchoscope Lease, Preventative Maintenance, and Repair Services. This effort aims to define the procurement strategy for a future solicitation. Responses are due by March 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for full leasing, preventative maintenance, and repair services for Endoscope (GI) scopes and related equipment/accessories. Services are for non-personal use and include preventative maintenance inspections, telephone, and on-site service. The contractor shall furnish new or manufacturer-level refurbished scopes. Specific equipment models such as CV-1500, OFP-2, and MAJ-1921 are mentioned.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (Not a solicitation)
- Anticipated Period of Performance: One base year with two 1-year options (total 36 months).
- Set-Aside: Small Business Concerns are encouraged to respond to assist in determining potential set-asides for a future solicitation.
- Response Due: March 9, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. Central Time.
- Published: March 3, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Alexandria Veterans Healthcare System, Pineville, LA.
Submission & Evaluation
Interested vendors, especially Small Business Concerns, should submit clear and convincing documentation demonstrating their capability and experience to satisfy the requirement. Submissions should include general information, technical background, and estimated market research pricing. Responses must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format, limited to 8.5 x 11 inches, 12-point font, with 1-inch margins. Email submissions to jeneice.matthews@va.gov with the subject line: "Sources Sought 36C25626Q0471 Endoscope and Bronchoscope (Brand Name or Equal) Lease, Preventative and Repair Services Alexandria VAMC". Information provided will be used solely for market research by the Alexandria VAMC.
Additional Notes
This is strictly a Sources Sought Notice; no solicitation exists at this time. The VA will not be responsible for any costs incurred by interested parties in responding. Prospective contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for any future award.