Angio Catheterization Simulator

Valencia College in Orange County, Florida, is pursuing a sole source procurement for a Mentice Simulator VIST G7 System, specifically an Angio Catheterization Simulator for its Cardiovascular Technology department. The procurement, identified as Sole Source #2025-16, is for a specialized medical training simulator with a comprehensive system including a stationary lab configuration, height-adjustable table, mannequin, 4K-ultra-HD TV screen, and HD touch screen. The system includes software packages for Peripheral Angiography, Coronary Essentials, Radiation Safety, and Neuro Thrombectomy, designed to provide a safe, realistic training environment for medical students to practice endovascular procedures. The procurement follows Florida Statute 287.057, with a seven-business-day public posting period allowing potential alternative suppliers to submit statements of qualifications. Key dates include a posting date of March 7, 2025, with the quote valid until July 11, 2025, and a procurement contact email of valenciaprocurement@valenciacollege.edu for potential inquiries or alternative vendor submissions.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent organizations. Mentice Inc. is the sole source vendor, presenting a unique product with unmatched technological capabilities including real clinical device integration, full anatomical simulation, physics-based software, and the ability to use real patient anatomy. The total procurement value is $78,439, which includes $15,950 for a lab table, $33,524 for the VIST G7 system, $1,890 for freight, and $27,075 for a one-year Coronary Intermediate subscription. The system requires integration with existing medical training infrastructure and is specifically tailored for cardiovascular technology education. Payment terms are set at 30 days, with 100% payment due upon delivery, and the procurement includes potential for subscription renewal. The sole source justification is based on the simulator's unique features and direct partnerships with medical imaging equipment manufacturers like Siemens and Phillips.