Notice of Intent Sole Source Stryker OR IP BRAVoE Integration Platform

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, Veterans Integrated Service Network 21 (VISN 21) has issued a Notice of Intent for a sole source contract regarding the Stryker Connected OR IP BRAVoE Integration Platform at the San Francisco Veterans Affairs Healthcare System. This Special Notice was posted on April 28, 2026, and represents a synopsis announcement issued for informational purposes only. The contracting vehicle is being pursued through the Network Contracting Office 21 (NCO 21) under a Firm-Fixed Price arrangement. Notably, this announcement does not constitute a formal solicitation or request for competitive proposals, indicating the VA's intent to award the contract to a single source without competition. The contract falls under the Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies category (PSC 6515).

This Special Notice serves to inform the public of the Department of Veterans Affairs' intention to negotiate directly with a sole source provider rather than conducting open competition. The due date for this notice coincides with its posting date of April 28, 2026, suggesting this is a notification of prior intent. As a sole source procurement, contractors are not eligible to submit competitive proposals, as the VA has already determined that only one source can satisfy the requirements for the Stryker platform integration. The BRAVoE Integration Platform represents a specialized medical technology initiative intended to enhance operating room capabilities at the San Francisco VA Healthcare System. This approach allows the VA to expedite procurement of mission-critical surgical technology while maintaining compliance with federal contracting regulations through the advance notice requirement.