6515--Surgical units

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 22 seeks surgical ultrasonic units with quotations due August 10, 2026 at 9:00 AM PST. The procurement is set aside exclusively for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses.

Place of performance is the VA San Diego Healthcare System warehouse at 3350 La Jolla Village Drive, San Diego, California. The VA requires units based on the GE Healthcare Venue R6 Systems specification or equivalent products that meet all salient characteristics: AI-enabled tools for fast assessments, portability with easy maneuverability, touch screen interface operable with gloves or screen covers, durability to withstand physical impacts and splashes, and real-time ejection fraction calculation capability. Delivery must occur no later than 60 days from the award effective date. The NAICS code is 339112, Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing, with a 1,000-employee size standard. The PSC code is 6515, Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies.

Award will be made to the responsive and responsible offeror with the lowest price meeting all salient characteristics. Offerors proposing equal-to items must provide clear, compelling, and convincing evidence of equivalency and submit an Authorized Distributor Letter from the original equipment manufacturer signed within the last 90 days. The procurement is for new OEM items only; used, refurbished, or gray market items are not permitted. Quotations must be submitted electronically to Contract Officer Carlo Manuel at Carlo.manuel@va.gov with the solicitation number 36C26226Q1314 and title in the subject line. Contractors must submit a completed Certificate of Compliance for Vets First Contracting requirements and ensure all representations and certifications are current in SAM.gov.