Colposcope - Infectious Disease Clinic

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 9 is conducting market research to procure a specialized medical device: an over-the-shoulder Colposcope with high-definition capabilities for the Tennessee Valley Healthcare System. The procurement targets medical equipment manufacturers under NAICS code 339112, seeking a firm-fixed-price purchase order for a specific Colposcope with precise technical specifications. The device must include a VARIOFOCUS autofocus camera lens, computer image capture functionality, a 300mm working distance objective lens, 12.5x widefield eyepieces, LED illumination system, green filter, and USB image capture capabilities. Vendors are required to submit their capability information by April 4, 2025, at 11:00 Eastern Time. This Sources Sought Notice is intended to assess market availability and potential vendor capabilities, and does not constitute a formal solicitation.

While no specific set-aside has been definitively established, the VA is considering potential set-asides for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB), or other small business categories. The Colposcope must come with a lifetime warranty on optics and mechanics, indicating a focus on long-term quality and reliability. Though the exact award value is not specified, the procurement suggests a targeted, specialized medical equipment purchase for a specific healthcare system. The notice emphasizes detailed technical requirements, including specific height and distance parameters for the device. Respondents are invited to voluntarily provide capability information, with the VA using this market research to inform potential future solicitation strategies and vendor selection processes.