W065--Olympus Bronchoscope Lease & Service
Overview
Buyer
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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) Network Contracting Office 2 (NCO 2) has issued a Special Notice / Notice of Intent to Sole Source for the leasing and services of Olympus bronchoscopes for Pulmonary services at the NY Harbor Healthcare System, Brooklyn campus. The VA intends to award a sole source contract to Olympus America, Inc. Interested parties capable of fulfilling this requirement must submit documentation by May 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Purpose & Scope
This notice announces the VA's intent to award a sole source contract to Olympus America, Inc., the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and sole authorized distributor/provider for the required equipment and services. The requirement involves leasing specific Olympus scope models for Pulmonary services, with Olympus America Inc. retaining ownership during the lease term.
Leased Equipment includes:
- BF-1TH1100 HD Therapeutic Bronchoscope- Bronch Video (2)
- BF-H1100 X1 HD Diagnostic Bronchoscope- Bronch Video (1)
- BF-P190 Evis Exera I- Bronch Video (1)
- BF-MP190F ULTRA-SLIM Bronchoscope- Bronch Video (1)
- BF-UC190F Ultrasound- EBUS (2)
- OEV321UH-U Electronics I (1)
- K10035361 WM-NP3 Mobile Workstation (1)
- MAJ-2216 LCD Monitor (1)
- CV-1500 Video System- Electronics II (1)
- EU-ME3 NTSC W/ Power- Electronics III (1)
- MAJ-1720 Probe drive- Electronics I (1)
Contract Details
- Period of Performance: October 1, 2026 - September 30, 2027
- Option Years: Two (2) option years
- Purchase Option: Included
- Place of Performance: NY Harbor Healthcare System, Brooklyn campus, 800 Poly Place, Brooklyn, NY 11209
- NAICS Code: 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing) with a Size Standard of 1,000 Employees.
- Intended Source: Olympus America Inc., 3500 Corporate Pkwy, Center Valley, PA 18034.
Submission & Action
This notice is NOT a request for competitive quotes. However, interested parties may identify their interest and capability to respond. Submissions must be written, clear, and convincing, demonstrating the prospective contractor's capabilities and experience to satisfy the requirements.
- Response Deadline: May 22, 2026, 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST).
- Submission Method: Email only to Lynn.Krakowiak@va.gov with the subject line "RESPONSE TO INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE – Olympus Lease and Services 36C24226Q0614".
- Eligibility: Prospective contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).
- Costs: The VA will not be responsible for any costs incurred by interested parties.
Set-Aside
None specified.