J065--Abiomed Automated Impella Controller Service Base Plus Four

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 20 is soliciting firm-fixed-price service and maintenance for two Abiomed Automated Impella Controller (AIC) units at the Portland VA Medical Center's Cardiology department. The contractor must provide comprehensive full-service maintenance and repair coverage, including preventative maintenance by trained technicians with a minimum of three years of experience, emergency/corrective maintenance with a two-hour response time, 24/7 emergency support, mandatory software upgrades, all parts and labor, and 24-hour expert phone support. The contractor must be an OEM-authorized provider or demonstrate equivalent training and technical certification for all service personnel. While specific evaluation criteria are not detailed in the solicitation summary, contractors must submit a signed letter of authorization from the OEM, a capability statement, evidence of technical certifications, a pricing breakdown, and a completed SF 1449 form with their SAM UEI number. Proposals are due by January 26, 2026, at 10:00 AM PST and must be submitted electronically to Maureen.Sundstrom@va.gov.

This is an unrestricted solicitation with no set-aside designations, and no current incumbent contractor is identified in the available documentation. The estimated contract value is $34 million, covering a base contract period from February 11, 2026, through February 10, 2027, with four one-year option periods extending through February 10, 2031. The solicitation pertains to two specific Abiomed Automated Impella Controller units (Serial Numbers IC3562 and IC3563) located at Portland VA Hospital. Invoicing occurs quarterly upon meeting Statement of Work requirements and must be submitted electronically through the VA's Financial Services Center system. The place of performance is Portland, Oregon 97239.