36C24125Q0905.docx

Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice

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VAMC Manchester 718 Smyth Road Manchester NH 03104-7007

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Contract Specialist Kyle McCrory kyle.mccrory@va.gov

PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

VAMC TOGUS

1 VA Center

Augusta ME

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Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice Combined Synopsis: Intent to Compete/RFQ Straight SB Set-Aside Between OEM-Authorized Distributors

Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice

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Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice

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Page 1 of Page 1 of COMBINED SYNOPSIS: INTENT TO COMPETE AMONGST OEM-AUTHORIZED SB CLASS DISTRIBUTORS FOR PHILIPS EPIQ ELITE ML 26-8 TRANSDUCER/TRAINING. URGENT REQUIREMENT

GENERAL INFORMATION: This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared In accordance with the format in FAR 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested, and a written solicitation will not be issued.

This solicitation: 36C24125Q0905 is issued as an RFQ. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) Number 2025-05, August 7th, 2025.

This combined synopsis is being solicited with the intent to award via SB (Small Business) competition at Contract Opportunities, amongst Philips NA OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer)-authorized SB (Small Business) Class Distributors for a one-time purchase of EPIQ Elite ML 26-8 Transducer and Training.

This is a brand name only solicitation for EPIQ Elite ML 26-8 Transducer and Training, listed on the Product List below. The quotes will be submitted via email. The competition will be amongst Philips NA OEM OEM-authorized SB Class distributors. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 334510 with a small business size standard of 1250 employees. The FSC/PSC is 6515. The competition will be a SB set-aside amongst the Philps NA OEM-authorized SB Class distributors:

Togus ME 04330-6719

VAMC Togus is seeking to purchase one (1) EPIQ Elite ML 26-8 Transducer and Training.

Philips NA - Philips EPIQ Elite ML26-8 Transducer

Market Research has identified at least five (5) Philips-authorized SB class distributors for the EPIQ Elite ML 26-8 Transducer and Training listed in the chart above shall provide quotations for the required Philips brand EPIQ Elite ML 26-8 Transducer for VAMC Togus.

The quotations shall be for the EPIQ Elite ML 26-8 Transducer and Training listed on Page 1 (P1), and as described in detail in the combined synopsis solicitation, Intent to Compete/ RFQ to be posted on Contract Opportunities. The product is manufactured in the USA. The FOB point is “Destination.”

Philips NA-Designated SB Class Distributors shall submit the following: Submit a quote for the EPIQ Elite ML 26-8 Transducers listed in the Product List above (P1).

Please follow the solicitation provisions, clauses, and the addendum to offerors stated below:

The following solicitation provisions apply to this acquisition:

1. FAR 52.212-1” Instructions to Offerors–Commercial Items” (SEP 2023)

· Award shall be made to the OEM-authorized SB Class distributor/quoter whose quotation is determined to be the lowest price.

· Pricing shall be entered for each line item as listed in the PRICE LIST above.

· The requirement is for EPIQ Elite ML 26-8 Transducer and Training, (P1) for VAMC Togus ME.

· The respondent must be verifiable as a SB in SAM and on the SBA (Small Business Administration) DSBS website.

· All other quoters not authorized by the OEM to distribute the required EPIQ Elite ML 26-8 Transducer and Training Package will not be considered.

· Distributors will need to submit a LOA (Letter of Authorization) from the OEM Philips NA designating that distributor as an authorized distributor for the required products.

· No substitutions. VAMC Togus has standardized to the Philips Ultrasound and MRI systems. The required EPIQ Elite ML 26-8 Transducers are an upgrade to the Philips Transducer being replaced. The EPIQ Elite ML 26-8 Transducers are directly compatible: fit, form, and function with the Philips EPIQ Elite ADV G with Rad Ultrasound System in place at VAMC Togus. The EPIQ Elite ML 26-8 Transducers will fully integrate with the Philips Ultrasound System and other Philips devices in place at VAMC Togus.

The following solicitation provisions apply to this acquisition:

2. FAR 52.212-2 (NOV 2021) The government will evaluate information based on the following evaluation criteria:

(1) Full capability to supply all Line-Item requirements listed above, at the lowest price.

3. FAR 52.212-3: “Offerors Representations and Certifications–Commercial Items” Offerors must complete annual representations and certifications on-line at https://www.sam.gov/portal/SAM/#1, in accordance with FAR 52.212-3, “Offerors Representations and Certifications–Commercial Items.” If paragraph (j) of the provision is applicable, a written submission is required.

The following contract clauses apply to this acquisition:

· FAR 52.212-4, “Contract Terms and Conditions–Commercial Items” Nov 2023

· FAR 52.212-5, “Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders” Jan 2025 (DEVIATION FEB 2025)

The following subparagraphs of FAR 52.212-5 (JAN 2025) are applicable:

· 52.204-10, 52.209-6, 52.219-28, 52.222-3, 52.222-19, 52.222-21, 52.222-26, 52.222-50, 52.223-1 (MAY 2024) (DEV FEB 2025); 52.223-10 (MAY 2024)(DEV FEB 2025), 52.223-23 (MAY 2024)(DEV FEB 2025), 52.223-18, 52.225-13, 52.232-33.

· FSS Schedule products satisfy Trade Agreement requirements.

VAAR 852.212-71 GRAY MARKET AND COUNTERFEIT ITEMS (FEB 2023)

(a) No used, refurbished, or remanufactured supplies or equipment/parts shall be provided. This procurement is for new Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) items only. No gray market items shall be provided. Gray market items are OEM goods intentionally or unintentionally sold outside an authorized sales territory or sold by non-authorized dealers in an authorized sales territory.

(b) No counterfeit supplies or equipment/ parts shall be provided. Counterfeit items include unlawful or unauthorized reproductions, substitutions, or alterations that have been mismarked, misidentified, or otherwise misrepresented to be an authentic, unmodified item from the original manufacturer, or a source with the express written authority of the original manufacturer or current design activity, including an authorized aftermarket manufacturer. Unlawful or unauthorized substitutions include used items represented as new, or the false identification of grade, serial number, lot number, date code, or performance characteristics.

(c) Vendor shall be an OEM, authorized dealer, authorized distributor, or authorized reseller for the proposed equipment/system, verified by an authorization letter or other documents from the OEM. All software licensing, warranty and service associated with the equipment/system shall be in accordance with the OEM terms and conditions.

(End of Clause)

VAAR 852.212-72 GRAY MARKET AND COUNTERFEIT ITEMS— INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MAINTENANCE ALLOWING OTHER-THAN-NEW PARTS (FEB 2023)

(a) No used, refurbished, or remanufactured supplies or equipment/parts shall be provided. This procurement is for new Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) items only. No gray market items shall be provided. Gray market items are OEM goods intentionally or unintentionally sold outside an authorized sales territory or sold by non-authorized dealers in an authorized sales territory.

(b) No counterfeit supplies or equipment/ parts shall be provided. Counterfeit items include unlawful or unauthorized reproductions, substitutions, or alterations that have been mismarked, misidentified, or otherwise misrepresented to be an authentic, unmodified item from the original manufacturer, or a source with the express written authority of the original manufacturer or current design activity, including an authorized aftermarket manufacturer.

Unlawful or unauthorized substitutions include used items represented as new, or the false identification of grade, serial number, lot number, date code, or performance characteristics.

(c) Vendor shall be an OEM, authorized dealer, authorized distributor, or authorized reseller for the proposed equipment/system, verified by an authorization letter or other documents from the OEM. All software licensing, warranty and service associated with the equipment/system shall be in accordance with the OEM terms and conditions.

(End of Clause)

ADDENDUM to FAR 52.212-1 INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS—COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (SEP 2023): Provisions that are incorporated by reference (by Citation Number, Title, and Date), have the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. The version of FAR 52.212-1 in the addendum is tailored for Simplified Acquisition Procedures and supersedes the current version of FAR 52.212-1 contained in the FAR.

The following provision is incorporated into 52.212-1 as an addendum to this solicitation:

52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors – Commercial Products and Commercial Services (SEP 2023)(a) North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code and small business size standard. The NAICS code(s) and small business size standard(s) for this acquisition appear elsewhere in the Request for Quote (RFQ). However, the small business size standard for a concern that submits a quote, other than on a construction or service acquisition, but proposes to furnish an end item that it did not itself manufacture, process, or produce is 500 employees if the acquisition—

(1) Is set aside for small business and has a value above the simplified acquisition threshold;

Or

(2) Uses the HUBZone price evaluation preference regardless of dollar value, unless the quoter waives the price evaluation preference; or

(3) Is an 8(a), HUBZone, service-disabled veteran-owned, economically disadvantaged women-owned, or women-owned small business set-aside or sole-source award regardless of dollar value.

(b) Submission of Quotes. Submit signed and dated quotes to the office specified in this Request for Quote (RFQ) at or before the exact time specified. Quotes may be submitted on letterhead stationery, or as otherwise specified in the RFQ. As a minimum, quotes must show—

(1) The solicitation number;

(2) The time specified in the solicitation for receipt of quotations;

(3) The name, address, and telephone number of the quoter;

(4) A technical description of the items being quoted in sufficient detail to evaluate compliance with the requirements in the solicitation. This may include product literature, or other documents, if necessary;

(5) Terms of any express warranty;

(6) Price and any discount terms;

(7) "Remit to" address, if different than mailing address;

(8) A completed copy of the representations and certifications Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.212-3 (see FAR 52.212-3(b) for those representations and certifications that the quoter shall complete electronically);

(b) Submission of Quotes (cont’d):

(9) Acknowledgment Request for Quotation amendments;

(10) Past performance will not be considered in simplified acquisition procurements.

(11) Quote should include a statement specifying the extent of agreement with all terms, conditions, and provisions included in the solicitation. Quotes that fail to furnish required representations and certifications, information requested in (1) to (9) and accept the terms and conditions of the solicitation may be excluded from consideration.

(c) Period for acceptance of Quotes. The quoter agrees to hold the prices in its quote firm for 30 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of quotes unless another time period is specified in an addendum to the solicitation.

(d) Product samples. NA

(e) Multiple Quotes. Quoters are requested to submit one (1) quote presenting the best discounted price for the required Yaskawa HV600 VFDs.

(f) Late submissions, revisions, and withdrawals of quotes.

(1) Quoters are responsible for submitting quotes so as to reach the Government office designated in the solicitation by the time specified in the solicitation. If no time is specified in the solicitation, the time for receipt is 16:30 PM, local time, for the designated Government office on the date that quotes are due. (Time specified is 09/29/25 16:30 (EDT))

(2) Any quotation received at the Government office designated in the solicitation after the exact time specified for receipt of quotes is "late" and may not be considered unless it is received before purchase order issuance and the Contracting Officer (CO) determines that accepting the late quotation would not unduly delay the acquisition.

(3) If an emergency or unanticipated event interrupts normal Government processes so that quotations cannot be received at the Government office designated for receipt of quotes by the exact time specified in the solicitation, and urgent Government requirements preclude a notice of an extension of the closing date, the time specified for receipt of quotes will be deemed to be extended to the same time of day specified in the solicitation on the first work day on which normal Government processes resume.

(g) Issuance of Purchase Order. The Government may issue a purchase order to one or more quoters as identified in the Request for Quote (RFQ). Therefore, the quoter’s initial quote should contain the best terms and the best, FSS Schedule discounted price. All service packages from OEM are set per OEM Part Number. The Government may reject any or all quotes if such action is in the public’s best interest.

(h) Multiple awards. The Government may issue a purchase order for any item or group of items of a quotation, unless the quoter qualifies the quotation by specific limitations. Unless otherwise provided in the schedule, quotations may not be submitted for quantities less than those specified. The Government reserves the right to issue a purchase order for a quantity less than the quantity quoted, at the unit prices quoted, unless the quoter specifies otherwise in the quotation.

(1) Availability of requirements documents cited in the solicitation.

(i) The GSA Index of Federal Specifications, Standards and Commercial Item Descriptions, FPMR Part 101-29, and copies of specifications, standards, and commercial item descriptions cited in this solicitation may be obtained for a fee by submitting a request to- GSA Federal Supply Service Specifications Section Suite 8100 470 East L’Enfant Plaza, SW Washington, DC 20407 Telephone (202) 619-8925, Facsimile (202) 619-8978.

(ii) If the General Services Administration, Department of Agriculture, or Department of Veterans Affairs issued this solicitation, a single copy of specifications, standards, and commercial item descriptions cited in this solicitation may be obtained free of charge by submitting a request to the addressee in paragraph (i)(1)(i) of this provision. Additional copies will be issued for a fee.

(2) NA: Applies to DoD.

(3) NA: Applies to DoD.

(4) Nongovernment (voluntary) standards must be obtained from the organization responsible for their preparation, publication, or maintenance.

(j) Unique entity identifier (UEI). Applies to all quotes that exceed the micro-purchase threshold, and quotes at or below the micro-purchase threshold if the solicitation requires the contractor to be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).)

· The quoter must enter, in the block with its name and address on the cover page of its quote, the annotation "Unique Entity Identifier" followed by the unique entity identifier that identifies the quoters name and address. The quoter also must enter its Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) indicator, if applicable.

· The EFT indicator is a four-character suffix to the UEI. The suffix is assigned at the discretion of the quoter to establish additional SAM records for identifying alternative EFT accounts (see FAR subpart 32.11) for the same entity.

· If the quoter does not have a UEI, it should contact the entity designated at www.sam.gov for UEI establishment directly to obtain one. The quoter should indicate that it is a quoter for a Government contract when contacting the entity designated at www.sam.gov for establishing the UEI.

(k) [Reserved]

(l) Requests for information. The CO will not notify unsuccessful quoters that responded to this Request for Quotation (RFQ). However, quoters may request information on purchase order(s) resulting from this solicitation with the CO.

(End of Provision)

To facilitate the award process, all quotes must include a statement regarding the terms and conditions herein as follows:

"The terms and conditions in the solicitation are acceptable to be included in the award document without modification, deletion, or addition."

OR

"The terms and conditions in the solicitation are acceptable to be included in the award document with the exception, deletion, or addition of the following:"

Quoters shall list exception(s) and rationale for the exception(s), if any.

Any questions or concerns regarding this solicitation should be forwarded in writing via e-mail to the Point of Contact listed below.

All quotations shall be emailed to: kyle.mccrory@va.gov

The lowest price will be the sole determining factor. Please submit your best price with the best discount applied. The award will be made to the pricing response most advantageous to the Government.

The full text of FAR provisions or clauses may be accessed electronically at http://acquisition.gov/comp/far/index.html

This is an open-market combined synopsis/solicitation for products as defined herein. The government intends to award a one-time contract/purchase order as a result of this combined synopsis/solicitation that will include the terms and conditions set forth herein.

E-mailed quotes will be accepted. Submission shall be received no later than 16:30 EDT 09/29/25.

Late submissions shall be treated in accordance with the solicitation provision at FAR 52.212-1(f).

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Justification for Single Source Awards IAW FAR 13.106-1 For Over Micro-Purchase Threshold but Not Exceeding the SAT ($250K)

Acquisition Plan Action ID: 36C241-25-AP-2521

1. Contracting Activity: Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 01, 402 Medical Center 2237: 402-25-2-100-0056

2. Brief Description of Supplies/ Services required and the intended use/Estimated Amount: This acquisition seeks to procure upgrades to existing Philips brand transducers with the EPIQ Elite ML 26-8 Transducer

The Vascular Department requires advanced superficial imaging capabilities to improve diagnostic accuracy and enhance patient care. Currently, VA Maine HCS operates the Philips EPIQ Elite Ultrasound System. The procurement of the ML26-8 Ultra High Frequency Transducer will augment the existing system's functionality and performance. This transducer upgrade is critical for ensuring employee and Veteran safety, by maintaining the optimal performance of the Ultrasound machine.

3. Unique characteristics that limit availability to only one source, with the reason no other supplies or services can be used: The ML26-8 EPIQ Elite Transducer required for this acquisition is integral to the optimal functioning of the Philips EPIQ Elite Adv G with Rad Ultrasound Machine. The following reasons justify the use of sole source procurement:

The Philips EPIQ Elite Ultrasound system fully integrates with and is compatible with the EPIQ transducers. The EPIQ transducers required are engineered to work with the Philips Ultrasound System: fit, form, and function.

· VAMC Togus has standardized to the Philips EPIQ Ultrasound System. Opting for a different brand of transducer will not work for several reasons:

· System Peculiarity: Philips transducers are specifically designed for Philips EPIQ Elite's software and hardware. Direct integration will ensure optimal performance and compatibility with currently owned hardware. Other brands are incompatible with the Philips EPIQ Ultrasound system which uses proprietary connections and communication protocols to communicate between the transducer and the imaging display equipment.

· Integration: The EPIQ ML 26-8 EPIQ Transducer fully integrates with the EPIQ Elite Ultrasound System. Other brands of transducers would not be compatible with the Philips Ultrasound System. The imaging quality and diagnostic accuracy would be compromised with a non-Philips transducer. The EPIQ Elite ML 26-8 Transducers are calibrated to deliver precise frequency ranges and resolutions that align with the system’s capabilities. To ensure optimal image precision and fidelity the compatible proprietary design used for the ML26-8 EPIQ Elite Transducers are essential.

· System Integrity: The Philips EPIQ Elite Ultrasound System includes proprietary technology and algorithms that may not support third-party transducers, leading to potential malfunctions or suboptimal results.

3. Unique characteristics that limit availability to only one source, with the reason no other supplies or services can be used:

· Warranty: Using non-approved transducers would void warranties and limit support options from Philips. Both the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) and the OEM (Philips) require the use of OEM-certified equipment for maintenance and servicing.

· Regulatory Compliance: FDA and Joint Commission regulatory standards must be met by all medical imaging equipment. To meet these standards Philips brand system integration is necessary. Off-brand transducers would not satisfy this compliance and would pose risks to patient health. The procurement of any other brand of transducer would compromise the safety and effectiveness of vascular imaging, anesthesia procedures, and other ultrasound imaging procedures. To preserve the quality and safety of Veteran care off-brand transducers must be avoided. The procurement of the Philips EPIQ Elite ML 26-8 Transducers is critical for maintaining the optimal performance of the Philips EPIQ Ultrasound machine used by the Vascular Department at VAMC Togus.

4. Description of market research conducted and results or a statement why it was not conducted: Market research was conducted to identify alternative sources for the required transducers. However, due to the unique characteristics of the transducers and the specific requirements of our Ultrasound machine, no other suppliers or services were found to be compatible or suitable for our needs. Philips Medical is the sole supplier of these transducers, and their products are specifically designed for the requirements mentioned above.

Market Research Findings

· Mandatory Sources: No VA agency or other agency has excess supplies of this nature. AbilityOne cannot fulfill the requirement.

· Mandatory Sources VA Inventories, Other Agencies, AbilityOne, FPI (Federal Prison Industries) and mandatory contracts were searched. None of those sources carry a Philips Transducer such as the kit provided by The Philips Transducer Company LLC.

· Source Lists for Similar Items from Other Activities, Agencies, Trade Associations, or Sources: Similar items are not suitable for this requirement. Standardization and compatibility with already existing equipment are the primary factors concerning model selection.

· SAC (Strategic Acquisition Center): Both the SAC and the SCMC were searched. The requirements listed are not available via any SAC Contract.

· VAAR 810.003-70(c) VFCP (Veterans First Contracting Program): There is no NMR Waiver for NAICS 334510: Transducers, the best-fit NAICS for the Philips Transducer. Per the NMR Decision Tree and IAW VAAR 819.7003(d), an SD/VOSB set-aside cannot be applied. GSA NAC (National Acquisition Center) FSS (Federal Supply Schedule): The GSA e-Library lists contracts for this requirement under various BPA’s: Medical Equipment and Supplies. There were no federal or national contracts carrying the required Philips Transducer.

· GSA Advantage: The Philips EPIQ ML 26-8 Transducer was not listed on GSA Advantage and is not available via FSS contract. There are many other Philips Transducer components currently on the Philips NA FSS: 36F79720D0042. To date the EPIQ ML 26-8 Transducer has not been added to the existing FSS.

Market Research Findings (cont’d):

· GSA e-Library: The Philips EPIQ ML 26-8 Transducer (P/N FUS9197) was not listed on GSA e-Library. There are no FSS schedule holders that provide the required Transducer.

· FAR 19.502-2(a) SBA NMR Exception: The requirement is below SAT (Simplified Acquisition Threshold of $250k); there is an SBA NMR Exception (FAR 19.502-2(a) that can be applied. There is only (1) manufacturer; one (1) source for the required Philips Transducer, the OEM The Philips Transducer Company. The required product is proprietary and exclusive to that OEM. It is eligible for a Straight SB Set-Aside via the SBA NMR Exception. This requirement is not eligible for an SDVOSB Set-Aside because there is no NMR Waiver for NAICS 334510, Transducers; This will qualify for a straight SB Set-Aside. We can apply the SBA NMR Exception IAW FAR 19.502-2(a). There are distributors in the market.

· Brand Justification: The OEM Philips North America LLC has provided a sole source letter designating The Philips Transducer Kit as being proprietary, exclusive, and peculiar to the OEM. According to FPDS and ADDS Up searches, the required Philips EPIQ Elite ML 26-8 Transducers are available from at least (5) SB Class, OEM-Authorized distributors that are capable and authorized to distribute

Nonmanufacturer Rule (NMR) Findings): There is no applicable NMR Waiver for NAICS 334510. Per 72 FR 72433 there is an NMR Waiver for MRIs, Ultrasounds, and PET Tomography devices. Transducers connect to and supply imaging visuals and data to imaging and MRI equipment, they are tools supporting diagnostic equipment. The NMR Waiver cannot be applied. Per VAAR 819.7003(d) a SD/VOSB Set-aside cannot be leveraged; the NMR is not satisfied. The requirement is below SAT; the LOS does not apply. The SBA NMR Exception applies; the requirement is eligible for a SB Set-Aside IAW FAR 19.502-2(a). No SDVOSB Set-Aside.

Recommendation: The recommended strategy is for a Straight SB Set-Aside IAW FAR 19.502-2(a). The large business OEM Philips North America LLC has provided a sole source letter designating The Philips brand EPIQ Elite ML 26-8 Transducer Kit as being proprietary, exclusive, and peculiar to the OEM. At least five (5) Philips-authorized SB Class distributors are expected to compete for this requirement.

The procurement is open market. The requirement will fall below SAT; the SBA NMR Exception, FAR 19.502-2(a) can be applied for a Straight SB Set-Aside, competition to the maximum extent practicable.

5. Contracting Officer's Certification: Purchase is approved in accordance with FAR13.106-1(b). I certify that the foregoing justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Deidra Thomas VAMC White River Junction VT, NC01 RPOE

Statement of Work Department of Veterans Affairs VA Maine HCS Togus, Augusta Maine 04330

VAMC Togus ME is seeking the procurement of an EPIQ Elite Upgrade ML26-8 Ultra High Frequency Transducer and Education Entitlements

The VA Maine Surgical Vascular Department seeks to procure one (1) mL26-8 Ultra High Frequency Linear Array Probe through a sole source procurement. The VA Maine HCS is dedicated to delivering world-class benefits and services to Veterans, holding steadfast to the principles of compassion, commitment, excellence, professionalism, integrity, accountability, and stewardship.

Requirement Overview The Vascular Department requires advanced superficial imaging capabilities to improve diagnostic accuracy and enhance patient care. Currently, VA Maine HCS operates the Philips EPIQ Elite ultrasound system. The procurement of the ML 26-8 Ultra High Frequency Transducer aims to augment the existing system's functionality and performance.

Scope of Work The Contractor shall provide all necessary equipment, software, services, and training for the successful implementation of the EPIQ Elite Upgrade, including the mL26-8 transducer. The specific responsibilities of the Contractor include:

1. **Supply Specifications: **

· Deliver one (1) new Philips mL26-8 Ultra High Frequency Compact Linear Array Transducer meeting the following specifications:

· **Operating Frequency Range:** 26-8 MHz

· **Applications:** Superficial imaging, including Small Parts, Vascular, Dermal, Neonatal, and Ocular applications.

· **Features:** Flow Viewer, MicroFlow Imaging (MFI), MFI-HD, and XRES PRO.

RFQ 36C24125Q0905: Philips EPIQ Elite ML 26-8 Transducer and Training Package

Good afternoon.

VAMC Togus is looking to purchase one (1) Philips brand EPIQ Elite ML 26-8 Transducer and accompanying Training as listed in the Product List below:

The items quoted must be the Philips EPIQ Elite brand product and must be identical to the brand Name Part Number and Description as listed below.

Please note that shipping costs should be included in Line-Item Costs and not listed as a separate Line Item.

· Lowest Price will be the final determining criteria.

· Please submit your best offer; please consider including all available discounts.

· Please list any contracts that may apply.

· Please note that the Scope of Work (SOW) is attached above in the Combined Synopsis.

· The product will be delivered to VAMC Togus, 1 VA Center, Augusta ME, 04330-6796.

Philips NA - Philips EPIQ Elite ML26-8 Transducer

We are looking to process this order by 09/30/25. Please respond to RFQ by 09/29/25 at 16:30 PM EDT

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Please let me know if the due date and time will not work for your schedule.

Thank you in advance for submitting a quote via email to kyle.mccrory@va.gov

Combined Synopsis: Intent to Compete/RFQ Straight SB Set-Aside Between OEM-Authorized Distributors *= Required Field

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