6515--NX EQ Scanning Systems: Laser: Optical Biometry (VA-26-00026659)
ID: 36C10G26Q0014Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFSTRATEGIC ACQUISITION CENTER FREDERICKSBURG (36C10G)FREDERICKSBURG, VA, 22408, USA

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

MEDICAL AND SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6515)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/9b59bcf654ac4bfb952a3dc04e615834/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking qualified vendors to provide Scanning Systems: Laser: Optical Biometry, specifically the Zeiss® IOL Master 700 or equivalent, for a national single-requirements contract. This procurement aims to ensure accurate intraocular lens power calculations essential for cataract surgeries performed at VA medical centers across the United States. The systems are critical for measuring eye anatomical characteristics, which directly impact the success of cataract procedures, with approximately 70,000 surgeries conducted annually within the VA. Interested vendors must respond to the Sources Sought Notice by providing technical literature demonstrating compliance with specified salient characteristics, company details, and service plan information. For inquiries, contact Lisa Thompson at lisa.thompson10@va.gov or 303-712-5773.

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    Lisa ThompsonContract Specialist
    (303) 712-5773
    lisa.thompson10@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Strategic Acquisition Center (SAC) is issuing a Sources Sought Notice for a national single-requirements contract for "Scanning Systems: Laser: Optical Biometry." This request for information aims to identify qualified sources capable of providing Zeiss® IOL Master 700 or equal systems for VA medical centers nationwide. These systems are crucial for accurate intraocular lens power calculations before cataract surgery. The contract is anticipated to be a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) requirements contract with a one-year base period and four one-year option periods. Vendors must meet specific salient characteristics, including the ability to obtain biometry readings on dense cataracts, provide multiple IOL power options, perform keratometry measurements, and be DICOM compatible. Responses should include technical literature demonstrating product compliance with these characteristics, information on service plans, company details, and country of origin.
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