6515--BCMA Barcode Scanners

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Integrated Service Network 16, is preparing to procure 185 Barcode Medication Administration (BCMA) Scanners, model CR2702-100-A271-C36-FIPS, with a sources sought response deadline of July 14, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. CST. This is preliminary market research to define procurement strategy and identify potential vendors; no formal solicitation currently exists.

Place of performance is Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston, Texas. The NAICS code 334111 (Electronic Computer Manufacturing) carries an anticipated SBA size standard of 1,250 employees.

Responses must address six mandatory inquiries: manufacturing location with supporting documentation; small or large business status and Non-Manufacturer Rule compliance with evidence; vendor authorization as an OEM parts distributor with proof of authorized status; contractor capability, contact information, business size, and Unique Entity ID Number; small business concern qualifications with proof; and availability under government-wide contracts (GWAC, GSA Schedule, IDIQ, BPA) with contract numbers. Vendors are encouraged to submit estimated market research pricing to assist the VA in determining competition levels and procurement strategy.

Responses must be submitted in Microsoft Word format via email to Steven Berkeley at steven.berkeley@va.gov with the subject line "Barcode Medication Administration (BCMA) Scanners NO SOLICITATION EXISTS AT THIS TIME." There is no page limitation for responses. All responses will be used solely as market research by MEDVAMC and will not be released outside the purchasing and contract team.