6525--BRAND NAME OR EQUAL Biosense CARTO 3 Mapping Biosense CARTO 3 Mapping System
ID: 36C26125Q0338Type: Solicitation
AwardedJul 1, 2025
$613.5K$613,530
AwardeeGEO-MED, LLC LAKE MARY 32746 FLK
Award #:36C26125P0897
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF261-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 21 (36C261)MATHER, CA, 95655, USA

NAICS

Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510)

PSC

IMAGING EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES: MEDICAL, DENTAL, VETERINARY (6525)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/310ca132469c4fd9a8b402afef5c334b/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking offers for the procurement of a Brand Name or Equal Biosense CARTO 3 Mapping System, which is crucial for electrophysiology procedures within the VA Sierra Nevada Healthcare System. This solicitation is specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) and includes detailed specifications for the CARTO 3 system and its components, emphasizing compliance with federal regulations and the Buy American Act. The procurement aims to enhance medical capabilities for veterans, ensuring that the equipment meets high standards of performance and compatibility. Interested parties must acknowledge the recent amendments to the solicitation, with the deadline for offers extended to May 14, 2025, and should direct inquiries to Contract Specialist Mathew B Czeshinski at Mathew.Czeshinski@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Mathew B CzeshinskiContract Specialist
    Mathew.Czeshinski@va.gov
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    36C26125Q0338_1.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued a Sources Sought Notice for the procurement of a Biosense CARTO 3 Mapping System (or equivalent), specifically targeting the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) VISN 21. This notice aims to conduct market research to identify potential vendors capable of supplying this system, which is essential for electrophysiology (EP) procedures like mapping and radiofrequency ablation. Responses are requested from businesses of various classifications, including Service Disabled Veteran Owned (SDVOSB) and small businesses, with capabilities in manufacturing electromedical equipment (NAICS 334510). Interested vendors must provide a capability statement, past experience, business size, socio-economic status, and pricing information relevant to the attached draft specifications. The deadline for responses is March 7, 2025. This notice serves purely as a market assessment; it does not obligate the government to issue a solicitation or procure services. The VA intends to utilize the information to refine acquisition strategies, potentially leveraging GSA for procurement if applicable. Essential characteristics outlined include 3D mapping capabilities, real-time data functionality, and compatibility with existing systems. This initiative reflects the VA's commitment to equipping healthcare providers with advanced technological solutions for veteran care.
    36C26125Q0338_2.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is preparing to issue a Request for Quote (RFQ) for a Biosense CARTO 3D Navigation and Mapping System, or an equivalent product, for the VA Sierra Nevada Healthcare System located in Reno, NV. This presolicitation notice indicates that the contract will be set aside for authorized Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) distributors. The expected solicitation release date is March 19, 2025. This will be a Firm-Fixed Price Contract awarded under NAICS code 334510. Interested parties can direct questions to the contracting officer, Mathew Czeshinski, via provided contact details. The RFQ will outline the required specifics and instructions for submission. The initiative aligns with the VA’s efforts to procure advanced medical equipment to enhance healthcare services for veterans.
    36C26125Q0338.docx
    The document outlines a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a Brand Name or Equal electrophysiology mapping system and ablation generator intended for the VA Sierra Nevada Healthcare System. It specifies that the acquisition is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) with exact requirements for compliance and documentation. Key components include the Carto 3D Navigation and Mapping System, which is essential for conducting electrophysiology procedures. The RFQ highlights critical characteristics such as compatibility with GE MacLab systems, real-time data screens, and high-density mapping software. Offerors are instructed to complete various sections including pricing, quantities, and delivery schedules, while also adhering to specific government contracting clauses, particularly those concerning subcontracting limitations for SDVOSBs. Submission details emphasize the importance of electronic invoicing and compliance with FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation) clauses related to contract terms. The document underscores the VA’s commitment to servicing veterans through advancements in medical equipment, while ensuring inclusivity for small businesses and compliance with federal regulations.
    36C26125Q0338 0001.docx
    This document pertains to an amendment of a solicitation from the Department of Veterans Affairs for the procurement of electromedical equipment, specifically the CARTO 3 system and its components. The amendment updates several items: it extends the deadline for offers to April 3, 2025, and corrects previous administrative errors regarding the requirement for businesses to sign a specific clause due to an existing waiver. It outlines detailed specifications for various items, including the CARTO 3 system, workstation carts, signal processing units, and upgrade kits, specifying their quantities, product codes, and the necessity for contractors to provide information on manufacturers and country of origin. The document underscores the importance of compliance with terms and conditions established for government contracts, ensuring that all responses adhere to the updated requirements.
    36C26125Q0338 0002.docx
    The document pertains to an amendment of solicitation 36C26125Q0338 issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the VA Sierra Pacific Network. The amendment extends the deadline for receipt of offers to May 14, 2025, and includes the addition of the FAR 52.225-1 clause regarding the Buy American Act, which was inadvertently omitted. This clause mandates that contractors deliver only domestic end products for government contracts unless otherwise specified, emphasizing the requirement for components to be primarily produced in the United States. Definitions for key terms such as 'domestic end product,' 'foreign end product,' and 'commercially available off-the-shelf item' are provided to clarify compliance expectations for bidders. The amendment requires acknowledgment of the changes before submission, maintaining that all other terms of the solicitation remain unchanged. This document exemplifies formal communication often involved in government procurements, ensuring the clarity of requirements and compliance with federal sourcing regulations.
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