Q525--LOCUM - Urology Cryoablation Services - 614 POP: 3/1/25 - 2/28/30 UCD 2/28/30

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans Health Administration has issued a pre-solicitation notice for Urological Cryoablation Services at the Lt. Col Luke Weathers Jr. VA Medical Center in Memphis, Tennessee. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide specialized medical equipment and technical support for targeted cryoablation of the prostate (TCAP) procedures, specifically requiring the CryoCare CS or Cryo 20 unit, associated disposable probes, and ultrasound equipment. The contractor must also supply a trained technician capable of operating the cryosurgical equipment for prostate cancer treatment. While specific evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed in the notice, the contractor will be expected to demonstrate technical capability, equipment readiness, and flexibility in scheduling. The solicitation response is due by February 24, 2025, with the contract specialist being Samantha Shackelford, who can be contacted at Samantha.shackelford@va.gov.

The solicitation is not designated with any specific set-aside status and is open to all qualified contractors. The contract will cover a five-year period of performance from March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2030, with the place of performance located at 116 N Pauline St, Memphis, TN 38105. The VA has built in specific scheduling provisions, requiring the contractor to coordinate with a VA Nurse Liaison who will provide 3-4 weeks advance notice for planned procedures and allowing for potential 48-hour urgent case notifications. A unique contractual feature includes a 50% standby fee for cases cancelled within 24 hours, with an exception for multiple same-day scheduled procedures. The opportunity falls under NAICS category 621399 (Offices of All Other Miscellaneous Health Practitioners) and PSC code Q525 for Medical-Urology services, indicating a specialized medical service procurement.