6515--Esophageal Catheter

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration, Veterans Integrated Service Network 16, is soliciting quotes for an esophageal catheter system, with quotes due July 10, 2026 and questions due June 3, 2026. This is a 100% SDVOSB set-aside under NAICS 339112, Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing.

Place of performance is Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System in Little Rock, Arkansas. The catheter must be a high-resolution device with 36 channels, 12 measuring points per sensor (432 total measurement points), 18 impedance channels displaying bolus transition from pharynx to esophagus, 4.2 mm diameter, and true circumferential sensors. Contractor personnel must undergo personnel vetting and credentialing at Tier 1/Low Risk level. The contractor must deliver and install equipment within 5 business days of delivery, provide operation and maintenance manuals in both binder and digital formats, furnish on-site operator training, and deliver a one-year manufacturer's warranty covering all parts, labor, travel, and shipping costs.

The contract will be awarded on a Firm-Fixed-Price basis to the lowest price technically acceptable offeror. The statement of work incorporates strict security requirements, records management obligations, compliance with Federal and Local safety standards, and liquidated damages of $37.50 per affected individual in case of data breach involving sensitive personal information. The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses and VA-specific provisions addressing small business compliance, buy American requirements, and security prohibitions. The contracting officer is Angela Kennedy; questions should be directed to angela.kennedy2@va.gov.