NX EQ Microwave Ablation System

The Department of Veterans Affairs Strategic Acquisition Center (SAC) is conducting market research to identify qualified vendors for Varian Medical Systems IntelliBlate Microwave Tissue Ablation Systems for the Veterans Health Administration's Non-Expendable Equipment National Program. The procurement seeks vendors capable of supplying high-quality acute care tumor ablation systems with specific technical requirements, including 140-watt power generation, touchscreen interface, mobile system cart, and various probe configurations. Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM), possess FDA approval, and provide detailed technical documentation demonstrating compliance with eight salient characteristics. The sources sought notice requires potential suppliers to submit comprehensive information about their capabilities, including annual service plans, company details, business size, manufacturer/distributor information, country of origin, and supply capabilities. Responses are due by April 22, 2025, at 9:00 AM EST, with vendors expected to thoroughly address the technical and operational requirements outlined in the solicitation documents.

The pre-solicitation notice indicates this will be a single Requirements Contract with firm-fixed price orders, structured with one 12-month base period and four 12-month option periods. The procurement falls under NAICS code 334510 for Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing, with a size standard of 1,250 employees. While no specific set-aside is designated, the contract appears designed to support VA medical centers nationwide, potentially involving multiple medical facilities. The procurement does not specify a precise award value or budget range, but the comprehensive requirements suggest a significant investment in medical technology. The solicitation aims to establish a robust supply chain for advanced microwave ablation systems, emphasizing vendor capabilities in delivering sophisticated medical equipment that meets strict technical and operational standards for healthcare treatment.