6515--BRAND NAME ONLY - XSENSOR ForeSite Pressure Mapping System

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Integrated Service Network 16, seeks a one-time purchase of the XSensor Technology Corporation ForeSite SS Tablet pressure mapping system for the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System in Little Rock, Arkansas, with quotes due May 21, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. CDT and questions due by May 18. This procurement is issued as a brand-name-only solicitation under unrestricted competition, though a Single Source Justification document supports the brand-name requirement and identifies AB Martin Services, Inc. (SDVOSB) and XSensor Technology Corp. (OEM) as the only capable sources.

Place of performance is Building 182 at the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System warehouse in North Little Rock, Arkansas. The requirement consists of three units of the ForeSite SS Tablet with LX100:36.36.02 sensors and three units of sensor size upgrade fees for LX100:40.40.02, with delivery required within 30 days after receipt of order. The estimated contract value is approximately $43,206.90. NAICS code 334510 applies (Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing), with a small business size standard of 1,250 employees; PSC is 6515.

Offerors must submit a letter from the XSensor manufacturer or authorized distributor confirming OEM or authorized distributor status or face disqualification as non-responsive. The Government will evaluate offers based on brand name compliance, required features, price, delivery lead times, and Buy American Act compliance. A minimum one-year manufacturer's warranty covering all parts, labor, travel, and shipping costs is required. Quotes will be submitted via email to Contracting Officer Arlene A. Blade (arlene.blade@va.gov; 318-466-4281). Payment will be made electronically via the VA's FSC e-Invoice system after delivery and acceptance.