W065--Olympus Bronchoscopes
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Veterans Health Administration, Network Contracting Office 02, intends to solicit from a single source for leasing and repair services for Olympus bronchoscopes at the Syracuse VA Medical Center. This is a Special Notice indicating a sole-source intent, but interested firms can submit capability statements. Responses are due by May 22, 2026, at 10:00 am EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves leasing and repair services for specific Olympus equipment, as Olympus America Inc. is the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and sole authorized distributor. The equipment includes:
- Three (3) BF UC190F EBUS bronchoscopes
- Two (2) BF 1TH190 therapeutic bronchoscopes
- One (1) BF H190 standard adult bronchoscope
- One (1) BF P190 slim bronchoscope
Contract & Timeline
- Anticipated Period of Performance: September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027, with two (2) 12-month option periods extending through August 31, 2029.
- Place of Performance: Syracuse VA Medical Center, 800 Irving Avenue, Syracuse, NY 13210.
- NAICS Code: 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing) with a Small Business Size Standard of 1,000 Employees.
- Intended Source: OLYMPUS AMERICA INC.
- Response Due: May 22, 2026, at 10:00 am EST.
- Published Date: May 15, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
This is not a notice for competitive quotes. However, any firm believing it can meet the requirements may submit a written notice with supporting evidence to demonstrate their ability to perform. Responses will be evaluated, but the government's determination not to compete the procurement is solely at its discretion. If no responses are received, the government will proceed with the award to the intended source.
Additional Notes
Responses must be submitted via email to Contracting Specialist Cara Grittner at cara.grittner@va.gov. Telephone requests or inquiries will not be accepted. The solicitation number is 36C24226Q0626.