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This is a Pre-Solicitation Notice and Request for Information (RFI) issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs, Commodities & Services Acquisition Service for Automatic Bluetooth-Enabled Blood Pressure Monitors (BPM-BTE) for home-use. The solicitation number is 36C79126Q0010, with responses due by July 10, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. Mountain Daylight Time. The VA seeks vendor information regarding availability and business practices for procuring blood pressure monitors and associated items to support veteran healthcare needs. Responses should be submitted electronically to Brad Geghan (Contracting Officer) at Bradley.geghan@va.gov and Bryan Crist at bryan.crist@va.gov. The qualifying NAICS code is 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing) with an employee size standard of 1,000 employees.
The RFI specifies comprehensive minimum technical requirements for Bluetooth-enabled automatic upper arm blood pressure monitors with cuffs, including FDA 510K premarket notification, clinical validation per ISO 81060-2 standards, automatic inflation/deflation, LCD/LED displays with backlight, memory storage for at least 60 readings with date/time stamps, and compatibility with both iOS and Android smartphones. Devices must support the VA's Share My Health Data (SMHD) app, achieve at least 95% successful Bluetooth data-transfer rates, comply with IEEE 11073-10407 standards, include replacement cuffs in five size ranges (16-44 cm circumference), be latex-free, include carrying cases and one-year warranties, and feature instruction manuals in English and Spanish. Vendors must provide corporate information, business size classification, DUNS numbers, SAM registration status, and details on manufacturing capability, replacement cuff availability, TAA compliance, supply chain considerations, product specifications, and lead times. This RFI is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a binding solicitation; responses are not offers and will not be returned.
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Contract Opportunity Pre-solicitation Notice
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* = Required Field Contract Opportunity Presolicitation Notice Automatic Bluetooth Blood Pressure Monitors (BPM) for Home-Use
80401 36C79126Q0010 07-10-2026 12:00
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339112 Department of Veterans Affairs Commodities & Services Acquisition Svc (003B6E) 555 Corporate Circle Golden CO 80401-5621 Contract Specialist Brad Geghan Bradley.geghan@va.gov https://www.va.gov Department of Veterans Affairs Bradley.geghan@va.gov Brad Geghan Contracting Officer
DISCLAIMER
This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. All information received in response to this RFI that is marked as proprietary will be handled accordingly. In accordance with RFO 15.101(c), responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI.
Furthermore, the U.S. Government is not seeking quotes, bids or proposals at this time and will not accept unsolicited proposals in response to this Request for Information. Submittals will not be returned to the responder.
Please submit your company’s capabilities statement and completed vendor responses electronically to Mr. Brad Geghan at Bradley.geghan@va.gov AND Mr. Bryan Crist at bryan.crist@va.gov no later than July 10, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. Mountain Daylight Time (MDT). Please include your company name in the subject of the email response as: “Attention: Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor “RFI – VENDOR NAME HERE”.
Title: Sources Sought Notice for Automatic Electronic Blood Pressure Monitors for Home-Use, hereinafter called “Blood Pressure Monitors,” and Associated Items in support of the Department of Veterans Affairs.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Commodities & Services Acquisition Service (CSAS) is seeking information from vendors regarding the availability and business practices regarding the procurement of Blood Pressure Monitors and Associated Items. Please provide requested information using the below stated Minimum Technical Requirements (MTR) for the response to the VA. Additionally, address the Business Size Classification of the vendor interested (SDVOB, 8(a), SDB, Hub, WOSB, EWOSB, Small, or Other).
The qualifying NAICS code for this effort is 339112, Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing, and employee size standard is 1000 employees.
Minimum Technical Requirements and Functions: The minimum technical requirements and functions for Blood Pressure Monitors listed below can be updated because of VA need or due to responses to this RFI. Please address Brand Name, Model Number and Part Number and origin of manufacturing.
Automatic Electronic Blood Pressure Monitor for Home Use shall include the monitor and cuff:
*NOTE: If you have responded to 36C79126Q0009_1 or attended the Industry Day then you DO NOT need to response to this Request for Information.
Blood Pressure Monitors – Bluetooth Enabled (BPM‑BTE) Minimum Technical Requirements:
The following salient characteristics (draft) by all automatic blood pressure monitors and cuff model sizes offered under this solicitation and resulting contract.
Device Requirements (Draft):
| 1. | Device has an FDA Premarket Notification 510K. |
| 2. | Device provides documentation demonstrating that blood pressure measurements determined with the device are equivalent to those obtained by a trained observer using the cuff/stethoscope auscultation method within the limits prescribed by ISO 81060 2 Third edition 2018 11, including AMD1:2020 and AMD2:2024. |
| 3. | Device is clinically validated for accuracy. |
| 4. | Device is an automatic upper arm blood pressure monitor with cuff. |
| 5. | Device is capable of taking blood pressures multiple times per day. |
| 6. | The unit automatically inflates, deflates, and displays the blood pressure readings. |
| 7. | The device is easy to use with a visible on/off function. |
| 8. | The device displays systolic and diastolic blood pressure readings in millimeters of mercury (mmHg). |
| 9. | The device displays the pulse rate in beats per minute (bpm). |
| 10. | The device includes both the monitor and at least one compatible cuff. |
| 11. | Replacement cuffs in all commercially available sizes that meet the size requirements below are offered as separately orderable items compatible with the monitor. |
| 12. | Device includes a Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) or Light Emitting Diode (LED) readout window with integrated backlight to enhance readability in lowlight environments. |
| 13. | Display window is at least 1 inch by 2 inches and is easy to read. |
| 14. | Device includes a large Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) or Light Emitting Diode (LED) readout window with integrated backlight and a diagonal display size greater than 3 inches, providing easy-to-read blood pressure and pulse values at arm’s length in lowlight environments. |
| 15. | Device has an average reading feature that provides the average blood pressure from numerous blood pressure readings. |
| 16. | Device includes a pressure rating indicator with “normal,” “slightly elevated,” and “elevated” using the 2025 American Heart Association recommendations. |
| 17. | Device includes an irregular heartbeat indicator. |
| 18. | Unit is battery operated and includes all batteries required to initially operate the unit. |
| 19. | Unit includes an AC port and AC adapter for use in United States standard power outlet. |
| 20. | Arm cuff is well marked with a symbol for placing the sensor on the brachial artery. |
| 21. | Proper fit range indicator and cuff size are imprinted on the cuff, and cuff offerings cover the following circumference range: 16 cm – 44 cm. |
| 22. | Small Cuff (fits arms approximately 16 cm to 25 cm). Size and title of cuff are indicated in the description of the offered item |
| 23. | Medium Cuff (fits arms approximately 23 cm to 37 cm). Size and title of cuff are indicated in the description of the offered item. |
| 24. | Large Cuff (fits arms approximately 31 cm to 44 cm). Size and title of cuff are indicated in the description of the offered item. |
| 25. | Wide/Extended Range Cuff (fits arms approximately 22 cm to 42 cm). Size and title of cuff are indicated in the description of the offered item. |
| 26. | Extra-large Cuff (fits arms 44 cm and greater). Size and title of cuff are indicated in the description of the offered item. |
| 27. | Cuff and tubing are latex free. |
| 28. | Cuff is flexible and soft with a standard D‑ring that is easy to put on and conforms to the arm and allows self‑placement without help (one‑handed wrapping). |
| 29. | Unit has a memory function and can store and retrieve at least 60 readings. |
| 30. | Memory records date and time stamp for each result. |
| 31. | Unit includes a carrying case. |
| 32. | Unit has at least a one (1) year warranty. |
| 33. | Instruction manual(s) for each blood pressure monitor and cuff offered are written in English and Spanish. |
| 34. | Provides a toll-free customer service number available from 8:00 am Eastern time to 5:00 pm Pacific time (8:00 am to 8:00 pm Eastern Time). |
| 35. | Connection to VA Requirements |
| 36. | The device packaging includes clear instructions for pairing the device with VA’s Share My Health Data (SMHD) app and sending readings to VA. |
| 37. | The device supports cloud capability and provides access to the device app. |
| 38. | The device and its companion application pair with both Apple (iOS) and Android smartphones and are capable of sending data to the VA SMHD portal. |
| 39. | Bluetooth Requirements |
| 40. | The Bluetooth‑enabled device pairs and syncs reliably with both iOS and Android operating systems and includes manufacturer‑provided features that minimize user burden during pairing (for example, automatic pairing, one‑touch pairing, or equivalent functionality). |
| 41. | Device complies with IEEE Std 11073 10407 2020 Health informatics – Personal health device communication – Part 10407: Device Specialization - Blood pressure monitor. |
| 42. | The system achieves at least a 95% successful data‑transfer rate from the device to the companion application on the first attempt under normal use conditions. |
| 43. | The Bluetooth‑enabled blood pressure monitor and cuff are compatible with VA’s Share My Health Data (SMHD) app. Acceptable devices include those listed as “Blood Pressure Monitor” on the VA Share My Health Data compatible devices list, or devices that the contractor onboards to SMHD in coordination with VA during the period of performance. |
Please address the following:
A. Corporate information
| 1. | Provide your company’s contact information (Company name, address, Point of contact name and email). |
| 2. | Indicate whether your business is a Small Business (SB) or Large Business (LB). If small, indicate if your firm qualifies as a small, emerging business, or small disadvantaged business. If disadvantaged, specify the disadvantaged group of Service Disables Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB), 8(a), HUBZone, Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB). |
| 3. | Include the DUNS number of your firm. |
| 4. | State whether your firm is registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) at http://www.sam.gov and/or the SBA.gov Registry. |
| 5. | Is your business the Manufacturer of the product or a Dealer/Distributor? |
| B. | General Information: |
| 1. | Can replacement cuffs be ordered separately from the Blood Pressure Monitor? |
| 2. | Are the products you offer Trade Agreements Act (TAA) compliant? |
| 3. | Are there supply chain issues with the unit as a whole or with individual components that would hinder prompt fulfillment? |
| 4. | Are there alternative products available for providing Blood Pressure Monitoring for patients who cannot use an Arm Cuff? |
| 5. | Provide product information, including product specifications and whether they are commercially available and length of time they have been in use. |
| 6. | What are your products lead time? Upon order, how long does it take to receive from the manufacturer (if not the manufacturer), prepare, and be ready to ship? |
Please provide any additional considerations in the category of Blood Pressure Monitors and any additional information you would like the VA to consider when developing the specifications for this proposed contract.
The Government will use responses of this notice to make appropriate acquisition decisions upon review of documentation. A Request for Proposal (RFP) may be issued to the government wide point of entry Contract Opportunities (www.sam.gov). Responses to this Sources Sought Notice are not considered adequate responses to any corresponding solicitation announcement. Not responding to this notice does not preclude participation in any future RFQ or IFB or RFP, if any is issued. If a solicitation is released, it will be synopsized on the Government-wide Point of Entry. It is the responsibility of potential offerors to monitor the Government-wide Point of Entry for additional information pertaining to this requirement.
Sincerely, Brad Geghan, Contracting Officer, NAC-CSAS-Team B
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