6515--simulation eyesi

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration (VISN 6) is soliciting bids for one HS Simulation Eyesi Surgical Complete System with cataract and retina capability manufactured by Haag-Streit. The solicitation (36C24626Q0546) seeks a comprehensive surgical simulation platform including all associated components, software, accessories, spare instruments, licenses, and courseware necessary for training in cataract and vitreoretinal surgical procedures. Award will be made to the lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) offer based on evaluation of technical approach and pricing, with quotes due by 10:00 AM EDT on April 29, 2026. Quoters must submit documentation in five sections including the SF 1449 form, pricing spreadsheet, representations and certifications, technical approach (maximum 30 pages), and implementation schedule. Additionally, an amendment issued on April 28, 2026, incorporates FAR Clause 52.222-90 regarding compliance with federal DEI discrimination prohibitions, which contractors and all subcontractors must acknowledge and comply with, including submission to audits and reporting requirements.

This is an unrestricted acquisition with no small business set-aside designation. The contract will be firm-fixed-price with a performance period from September 30, 2026, through September 29, 2027, and includes 36 months of Eyesi Surgical Gold Software Plan coverage providing software updates and non-exclusive licenses for newly released modules at no additional cost. The place of performance is the Durham VA Medical Center located at 508 Fulton Street, Durham, North Carolina 27705, where delivery, on-site installation, and setup will be required. The procurement falls under NAICS code 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing) and Product/Service Code 6515 (Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies). Contractor personnel requiring facility access or logical access to VA systems must comply with personnel vetting, credentialing, security prohibitions, and personal identity verification requirements.