ContractSpecial Notice

J065--Microscope Repair Biomed Notice of Intent Sole Source Carl Zeiss Meditec USA Inc.

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS 36C24525Q0438
Response Deadline
Apr 7, 2025
Deadline passed
Days Remaining
0
Closed
Set-Aside
Full & Open
Notice Type
Special Notice

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to procure microscope repair services from Carl Zeiss Meditec USA Inc. for their Opmi Lumera 700 microscope, which is critical for ophthalmic surgeries. The procurement requires an OEM-certified vendor to replace the OCT engine, as its malfunction has led to the cancellation of surgery cases for veterans. The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary parts and services, ensuring that only new OEM parts are used, and coordinating with the Biomedical Engineering staff at the VA Maryland Health Care System for installation and delivery. Interested parties can contact Contracting Officer William Chris Galletta at William.Galletta@va.gov or by phone at 410-637-1506 for further details.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
811210
Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance
PSC Code
J065
MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VETERINARY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES

Solicitation Documents

1 Files
36C24525Q0438.docx
Word17 KBApr 3, 2025
AI Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to procure microscope repair services from Carl Zeiss Meditec USA Inc. for their Opmi Lumera 700 microscope, critical for ophthalmic surgeries. The contract requires an OEM-certified vendor to replace the OCT engine due to cancellations of surgery cases for veterans. Key responsibilities include providing all necessary parts and services, ensuring only new OEM parts are used, installation, and coordination with the Biomedical Engineering staff at the VA Maryland Health Care System. Delivery must occur only when the site is prepared, with a scheduled joint inspection of equipment and identification of missing parts upon arrival. The contractor will also be responsible for the removal of old parts and cleanup of packaging waste. Acceptable work will be validated by the VA Contracting Officer prior to acceptance, and a service report detailing the repair work will be provided. This procurement highlights the VA's commitment to maintaining high standards in veteran healthcare services through quality apparatus repair and management.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedApr 3, 2025
deadlineResponse DeadlineApr 7, 2025
expiryArchive DateApr 22, 2025

Agency Information

Department
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
Sub-Tier
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF
Office
245-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 5 (36C245)

Point of Contact

Contracting Officer
William Chris Galletta

Official Sources