Awarded ContractCombined Synopsis/Solicitation

J066--NCO22 Philips Digital Pathology service and maintenance Base Base plus 2 option years

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS 36C26226Q0156
Total Obligated
$250,000
SAM.gov
Current Recipient
PHILIPS NORTH AMERICA LLC BOTHELL
Dec 18, 2025
Set-Aside
Full & Open
Notice Type
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Network Contracting Office 22, is seeking a qualified vendor to provide service and maintenance for Philips Digital Pathology equipment, including seven Ultra Fast Scanners and three PIPS (IMS) units, across various facilities within VISN 22. The procurement encompasses a base contract period from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026, with two optional one-year extensions, and includes comprehensive services such as 24/7 customer support, corrective maintenance, software updates, and biannual planned maintenance performed by Philips-certified engineers. This contract is critical for ensuring the operational efficiency of medical imaging devices used in veteran healthcare, and interested parties must submit their quotations electronically to Contract Specialist Rebecca Gaba at Rebecca.Gaba@va.gov by December 17, 2025, with questions due by December 11, 2025.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
811210
Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance
PSC Code
J066
MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- INSTRUMENTS AND LABORATORY EQUIPMENT

Solicitation Documents

5 Files
ATTACHMENT B SOW - Digital Pathology Service and Maintenance.docx
Word38 KBDec 13, 2025
AI Summary
The Statement of Work outlines a requirement for corrective maintenance and software licensing services for seven Ultra Fast Scanners and three PIPS (IMS) units across various Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN) 22 facilities. The contract has a base period from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026, with two one-year option periods. Services include 24/7 customer helpdesk, technical phone support, spare parts coverage for PIPS, biannual planned maintenance, corrective maintenance by Philips-certified engineers, mandatory software updates, performance improvement updates, and Operations Management Suite (OMS) account activation. The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary labor, materials, and tools, ensuring only new or like-new parts are used, and replacing worn or defective parts at no cost to the government. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm PST, excluding national holidays. Contractor personnel must be Philips-certified Field Service Engineers. The contractor is required to submit electronic field service reports within seven calendar days of work completion and will designate a Program Manager to oversee contract performance.
Attachment A DIGITAL PATH PM and Service with options.xlsx
Excel21 KBDec 13, 2025
AI Summary
The provided government file, likely an RFP or grant document, details a procurement request for multiple Phillips-brand medical imaging devices. Specifically, it lists seven "Ultra Fast Scanner" units (with serial numbers SN 100805222, FMT0720; SN 100805652, FMT0721; SN 100805470, FMT0731; SN 100805377, FMT0741; SN 100805842, FMT0744; SN 100805740, FMT0719; and SN 100805222, FMT0720) and three "PIPS (IMS)" units (with serial numbers SN 100805469, 4056; SN 100805375, 1070; and SN 100805221, 1056). Each item is designated for a quantity of one unit for a duration of one year, indicated by "YR" under the Unit of Measure. The document includes sections for Unit Price and Extended Price, which are currently left blank, as is the Total price. This structure suggests a request for bids or proposals for the acquisition or leasing of these specific Phillips medical devices for a one-year term.
S02 RFQ AMEND 36C26226Q0156 0001_1.docx
Word113 KBDec 13, 2025
AI Summary
This amendment to solicitation 36C26226Q0156, issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office – 22 in Long Beach, CA, outlines key changes to the original solicitation. The modifications include updates to serial numbers, the addition of an instrument, and a requirement to fill out an updated Attachment A and review the Statement of Work (SOW). All other terms and conditions of the solicitation remain unchanged. The amendment also includes standard instructions for offerors to acknowledge receipt of the amendment, either by signing and returning copies, acknowledging on their offer, or sending a separate communication, to avoid rejection of their offer.
S02 RFQ 36C26226Q0156 Digital Pathology PM AND SERVICE.docx
Word59 KBDec 13, 2025
AI Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking a single vendor for preventive maintenance and repair services for seven Phillips Ultra Fast Scanners and three Phillips PIPS (IMS) instruments. This Request for Quotation (RFQ) 36C26226Q0156 is issued under FAR Part 13 Simplified Acquisition Procedures, with the intent to award a single Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) contract. The contract includes a base year (January 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026) and five option years. Services include Preventative Maintenance (PM), Corrective Maintenance (CM), and telephone technical support. The procurement is open to businesses under NAICS Code 811210 with a size standard of $34 million. Offerors must be an OEM, authorized dealer, distributor, or reseller, verified by an authorization letter from Phillips. Quotations must demonstrate meeting the salient characteristics in the Statement of Work (SOW) and be submitted electronically to Rebecca Gaba at Rebecca.Gaba@va.gov by December 17, 2025, 12:00 PM PT. Questions must be submitted by December 11, 2025, 12:00 PM PT. Evaluation will be based on the lowest priced quotation that meets all SOW requirements.
36C26226Q0156.docx
Word14 KBDec 13, 2025
AI Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office – 22, has issued Solicitation Number 36C26226Q0156 for Philips Digital Pathology service and maintenance. This solicitation is for a base year with two option years. The services are required at multiple VA facilities within VISN 22, including Greater LA, Loma Linda, San Diego, Long Beach, Phoenix, Tucson, and Albuquerque. The response deadline is December 17, 2025, at 12 PM Pacific Time. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation notice, and interested parties are directed to review the attached documents for a full description of the requirements, including the Request for Quote (RFQ), Attachment A outlining digital pathology PM and service with options, and Attachment B detailing the Statement of Work (SOW) for digital pathology service and maintenance.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedDec 9, 2025
amendedLatest AmendmentDec 13, 2025
deadlineResponse DeadlineDec 17, 2025
awardAwarded to PHILIPS NORTH AMERICA LLC BOTHELLDec 18, 2025
expiryArchive DateFeb 15, 2026

Agency Information

Department
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
Sub-Tier
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF
Office
262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262)

Point of Contact

Contract Specialist
Gaba, Rebecca

Place of Performance

Albuquerque VA, UNITED STATES
VISN 22 Veterans Affairs Greater LA, Loma Linda VA,

Official Sources