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SOURCES SOUGHT SYNOPSIS ONLY

This request for information (RFI) and sources sought is issued solely for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. 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. The submission of pricing, capabilities for planning purposes, and other market information is highly encouraged and allowed under this RFI in accordance with FAR 15.201(e).

The purpose of this sources sought/RFI is to gain knowledge of potential qualified sources, their socioeconomic status, and their size classification relative to NAICS 339113 Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing, size standard of 800 employees. Responses to this source sought will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. This synopsis is neither a request for competitive proposals nor a solicitation of offers. This synopsis is to assist the VA in determining sources only and a solicitation is not currently available. If a solicitation is issued it shall be announced later, and all interested parties must respond to that solicitation announcement separately from responses to this RFI and sources sought.

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN) 22 is seeking potential sources capable of providing Midas MR8 Kits and Variables to the VA San Diego Healthcare System. The proposed action is for a one-time purchase. Please see DRAFT EXCERPT from the Statement of Work (SOW) on page two to three. The Government contemplates issuing one (1) solicitation for this supply order to be provided to the following facility:

Department of Veterans Affairs VA San Diego Healthcare System Surgical Service Neurosurgery Division 3350 La Jolla Village Dr San Diego, CA 92161

Contractor shall provide the following information:

Vendor:

Address:

Point of Contact:

Telephone Number:

Email Address:

Business Size:

Socioeconomic Category (i.e. SDVOSB, 8a, VOSB, etc.):

Sam UEI Number:

General Rate for Deliver: $

Responses to this source sought are not requests to be added to a prospective bidders list or to receive a copy of the solicitation. Information received because of this notice will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct competitive procurement. This notice does not represent a commitment by the Government to pay for cost incurred in the preparation and submission of information or any other cost incurred as a response to this announcement. Inquiries will only be accepted in writing via email to jeanette.otwell@va.gov telephone responses shall not be accepted. Please respond by August 19, 2026 at 4:00pm PST.

STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW) (DRAFT EXCEPT)

VA San Diego, Surgical Service Neurosurgery Division is requesting contractors to provide brand name or equal equipment that meets or exceed the physical, functional, and performance of the listed salient characteristics in this section. The equipment feature is essential to the technical requirements to meet the needs of the department.

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS: Equipment must have physical characteristics to enable the government to perform the capabilities:

Stealth Midas MR8 Drills:

· Must operate up to 75,000 RPM for efficient bone and biomaterial removal

· Must be Ergonomic and Lightweight handpieces to reduce fatigue and improve control during long procedures

· Must have reduce vibration and chatter to deliver a smoother cutting and better precision

· Must operate at lower temperature to minimize tissue and instrument heat damage

· Must have streamlined attachments profiles and adjustable tools to enhance surgical site visualization.

FUNCTIONAL AND PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS: Equipment must provide the functional and performance capability as listed in above section.

INSTALLATION AND TRAINING: The Contractor shall provide all management, tools, parts, materials, equipment, travel, and labor necessary to provide and install the instrumentation described above. Contractors will be required to provide an on-station in-service on the proper use and setup of the equipment and training for the end user.

WARRANTY OF EQUIPMENT: Government requirement for standard manufacturer industry warranty term. The government does not accept an extended warranty, which requires advance payment.

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