Purchase 1 unit of the GE Vivid iq Standard Ultra Edition v206 ultrasound device

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Shared Services Center is seeking to purchase one GE Vivid iq Standard Ultra Edition v206 ultrasound device for the Human Health Countermeasures team to support the Aerospace Estimation Tool for Hypobaric Exposure Risk pilot study. The solicitation (Tracking Number 80NSSC25902954Q) is specifically for a brand name ultrasound system with unique imaging capabilities required for assessing decompression stress in closed chamber environments. Vendors must submit quotes via email to Shanna Patterson by May 13, 2025, at 7 a.m. CT, and must include two points of contact, CAGE/UEI code, FOB destination details, and lead time for delivery. The government will utilize a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology for contract award, meaning the responsible offeror with the lowest-priced quote meeting all technical requirements will be selected. Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and complete provisions related to telecommunications equipment and services representations.

The solicitation is set aside exclusively for small businesses and will be performed in Houston, TX 77058. The procurement includes the ultrasound console, DICOM network connectivity, streaming software, probe check functionality, and peripheral equipment such as an ECG cable, lead set, and rolling bag. The package also includes two days of clinical applications training to be completed within twelve months of product delivery and comes with a three-year warranty. While no specific award value is explicitly stated, the procurement is categorized under NAICS code 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing) and PSC code 6525 (Medical Imaging Equipment and Supplies). The estimated period of performance extends through August 1, 2025, and the acquisition is justified by the need to maintain data comparability and research continuity, as NASA labs already extensively use GE Vivid ultrasound devices.