The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting bids for an integration system for optical coherence tomography (OCT), fractional flow reserve (FFR), and resting full-cycle ratio (RFR) specifically for use in the Cardiac Catheterization Lab at the James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital in Tampa, Florida. This equipment is essential as the lab expands to accommodate transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) procedures, enhancing its capacity to perform minimally invasive tests for diagnosing and treating cardiovascular diseases. The integration system will improve the assessment of arterial health and blood flow, significantly reducing the need for surgical interventions. The solicitation, numbered 36C24825Q0525, has a response deadline of March 26, 2025, and is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSBC) entities. The contracting officer for this project is Marcus Lewis, who can be reached via email or phone for queries. This notice emphasizes the VA's commitment to advancing cardiac care through technology.
The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for the procurement of an integration system for optical coherence tomography (OCT), fractional flow reserve (FFR), and resting full-cycle ratio (RFR) capabilities for the Cardiac Catheterization Lab at James A. Haley Veterans Hospital in Tampa, FL. The solicitation seeks contractors to provide brand name or equivalent equipment, demanding installation within 30 days after the purchase order, no later than April 15, 2025.
Key requirements include advanced imaging technology for diagnosing cardiovascular conditions, software compatibility with existing systems, and necessary physical characteristics for the equipment. Contractors must be certified and capable of training hospital personnel upon delivery. The solicitation emphasizes the importance of compliance with federal acquisition regulations, particularly regarding payment electronic submissions and service-disabled veteran-owned small business considerations. The VA aims to enhance its cardiac procedures while ensuring safety, compliance, and operational readiness through this procurement initiative.