6515--FY26: Artificial Intelligence Endoscopy Module

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Integrated Service Network 8, issued a notice of intent to award a sole-source contract to Medtronic Inc. on September 23, 2026, restricting competition under RFO Part 12.102 to procure three AI endoscopy modules (Model GI Genius 300, model GGM300-US) to replace defective units at VA Caribbean Healthcare System in San Juan, Puerto Rico, with responses due by 12:00 PM Eastern Time on September 25, 2026.

The procurement involves trade-in of three defective Medtronic AI endoscopy modules (Model CB1708-EU) for upgraded GI Genius 300 units. Market research—including a sources-sought notice closed September 18, 2026, direct surveys, SBA VetCert database reviews, and federal supply searches—confirmed Medtronic is the sole source capable of meeting requirements; no other manufacturer produces an AI-based endoscopy module compatible with VACHS's existing Olympus CV-190 EXERA III Imaging System, and no third-party vendor can provide OEM-authorized trade-in support. The GI Genius Module is manufactured in Italy with no domestic equivalents or FDA-approved alternatives, requiring a Buy American Act Nonavailability Waiver.

Interested parties must submit email responses to jessica.kiser@va.gov demonstrating clear and convincing evidence that competition would benefit the Government. Responses require an authorized Medtronic distributor/provider letter and approval documentation for trade-in considerations; responses without authorization documentation will not be reviewed. The Government reserves no obligation to acknowledge receipt or provide feedback.