Optical Biometer with Total Keratometry

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Integrated Service Network 7, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of one optical biometer with Total Keratometry for the Atlanta VA Medical Center in Decatur, Georgia. The equipment must feature swept source optical coherence tomography (OCT) technology with measurement times under 45 seconds, scan rates of approximately 2,000 scans per second, and compatibility with the VAMC's existing ZEISS Forum software. Key requirements include Total Keratometry capability, effective penetration of dense cataracts, reliable fixation checks, distance-independent keratometry measurements, cornea-to-retina scanning support, telecentric keratometry functionality, and a user-friendly, wheelchair-accessible stand. Vendors must certify whether their products are U.S.-manufactured or foreign-made, with domestic products receiving price preference in accordance with FAR 25.106(c) and the Buy American Act. The offer due date is February 18, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST, and all quotes must include descriptive literature demonstrating technical and functional compatibility along with an authorized distributor letter signed by the manufacturer.

This is an unrestricted acquisition with no set-aside designations, and no incumbent contractor or award value is specified in the solicitation notice. The procurement encompasses three line items: the optical biometer with swept source OCT and licenses (Item 0001), the FORUM-DICOM interface license (Item 0002), and installation and training services (Item 0003). Delivery must occur at the Atlanta VA Medical Center, 1670 Clairmont Road, Decatur, GA 30033, within 60 days after receipt of order under FOB Destination terms, with installation to be completed within the same timeframe. The contract is firm-fixed-price, and payment will be made by Electronic Funds Transfer following receipt, inspection, and acceptance of the delivered equipment and services. The NAICS code is 334510 (Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,250 employees.