Final_RFI_Digital_Pathology_System_Expansion.docx
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- Solicitation number
- 36C10X-26-RFI-DigitalPathology-001
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This is a Request for Information (RFI) issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Veterans Health Administration (VHA), Strategic Acquisition Center - Frederick for market research purposes to support expansion of the VA Digital Pathology Program. The Government seeks industry feedback on a comprehensive, FDA 510(k)-cleared digital pathology solution designed to support approximately twelve (12) VA Medical Centers with potential for future enterprise expansion. The anticipated requirement encompasses digital pathology scanners, image management software, enterprise image storage, remote viewing capabilities, integration with Oracle Health, VistA Imaging, and Laboratory Information Systems (LIS), cybersecurity compliance, installation, configuration, training, warranty, maintenance, and technical support. The solicitation number is 36C10X-26-RFI-DigitalPathology-001, with NAICS code 541519 (Other Computer Related Services).
Questions regarding the RFI must be submitted by 4:00 PM Eastern Time on July 13, 2026, with responses due by 4:00 PM ET on July 17, 2026. Responses should be submitted electronically to both LaShawn Knight (LaShawn.Knight@va.gov) and Jacky Jean-Jacques (Jacky.Jean-Jacques@va.gov) and should not exceed twenty pages excluding capability statements and product literature. The RFI includes seventeen detailed questions addressing vendor qualifications, digital pathology solutions and healthcare experience, Draft PWS feedback, commercial best practices, implementation schedules, cybersecurity capabilities, pricing models, recommended acquisition strategies (BPA, Single-Award IDIQ, Multiple-Award IDIQ, GWAC, GSA Schedule, or other), contract types, ordering periods, scalability, implementation risks, innovations, existing contract vehicles, and small business teaming opportunities. This RFI is issued solely for market research and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to award a contract; the Government may or may not issue a formal solicitation following completion of market research.
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REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)
Digital Pathology System Expansion Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
1.0 PURPOSE
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Veterans Health Administration (VHA), is conducting market research in accordance with FAR Part 10 to identify capable sources, commercial practices, and acquisition strategies supporting expansion of the Digital Pathology Program.
2.0 ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION
| Item |
| Information |
| Notice Type |
| Request for Information (RFI) |
| Authority |
| FAR Part 10 – Market Research |
| NAICS |
| 541519 – Other Computer Related Services |
| PSC |
| To Be Confirmed by Government |
| Question Due |
| July 13, 2026 – 4:00 PM ET |
| Response Due |
| July 17, 2026 – 4:00 PM ET |
| Primary POC |
| LaShawn Knight, Contract Specialist |
LaShawn.Knight@va.gov
| Secondary POC |
| Jacky Jean-Jacques, Contracting Officer |
Jacky.Jean-Jacques@va.gov
3.0 DISCLAIMER
This RFI is issued solely for market research purposes and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to award a contract. Responses are voluntary and will be used to refine the Government's requirements and acquisition strategy. The Draft PWS is provided for review and comment only.
4.0 BACKGROUND
VHA previously implemented an enterprise Digital Telepathology capability and is evaluating commercial solutions to support expansion, modernization, and future enterprise deployment.
5.0 OBJECTIVES
Identify capable vendors, obtain feedback on the Draft PWS, understand commercial practices, determine the most appropriate contract vehicle, and refine the acquisition strategy.
6.0 ANTICIPATED REQUIREMENT
The anticipated requirement includes FDA 510(k)-cleared digital pathology scanners, image management software, storage, enterprise viewing, Oracle Health/VistA integration, cybersecurity, installation, training, warranty, maintenance, and technical support.
7.0 REQUESTED INDUSTRY FEEDBACK
Respondents should organize responses using the numbered questions below.
8.0 QUESTIONS TO INDUSTRY
| No. |
| Question |
| Vendor Response |
| 1 |
| Company information, UEI, CAGE, size, socioeconomic status, and recommended NAICS. |
| 2 |
| Describe your Digital Pathology solution and relevant Government/healthcare experience. |
| 3 |
| Identify any Draft PWS requirements that unnecessarily restrict competition. |
| 4 |
| What commercial best practices should VA consider? |
| 5 |
| What implementation schedule is realistic? |
| 6 |
| Describe cybersecurity capabilities and certifications. |
| 7 |
| What pricing model is commercially typical? |
| 8 |
| Recommend the best acquisition strategy (BPA, Single-Award IDIQ, Multiple-Award IDIQ, GWAC, GSA Schedule, or other) and explain why. |
| 9 |
| If recommending BPA or IDIQ, discuss advantages, disadvantages, flexibility, scalability, and pricing. |
| 10 |
| What contract type is recommended (FFP, hybrid, etc.)? |
| 11 |
| What ordering period is recommended? |
| 12 |
| How should future VA Medical Centers be added? |
| 13 |
| What implementation risks should VA consider? |
| 14 |
| What innovations should VA consider? |
| 15 |
| What existing contract vehicles would you recommend? |
| 16 |
| What teaming opportunities exist for small businesses? |
| 17 |
| Additional comments or recommendations. |
9.0 COMMERCIAL PRACTICES
Describe standard warranty, maintenance, licensing, SLAs, refresh cycles, implementation methodology, and commercial terms.
10.0 RESPONSE INSTRUCTIONS
Questions regarding this RFI shall be submitted by 4:00 PM ET on July 13, 2026.
Responses shall be submitted electronically no later than 4:00 PM ET on July 17, 2026.
Email responses to BOTH:
LaShawn Knight – LaShawn.Knight@va.gov Jacky Jean-Jacques – Jacky.Jean-Jacques@va.gov
Responses should not exceed 20 pages excluding capability statements and product literature. The Government may or may not issue a solicitation following completion of market research.
11.0 ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1 – Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) Attachment 2 – Digital Pathology Deployment Attachment (Medical Center Data)
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