6540--Eye Lane Equipment
ID: 36C26025Q0798Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF260-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 20 (36C260)VANCOUVER, WA, 98661, USA

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

OPHTHALMIC INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6540)

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b7eb5604d3294cea8bf34803319d7bb6/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Network Contracting Office 20, is seeking qualified contractors to provide ophthalmic instruments and equipment for new eye clinics at the Caldwell Community-Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) in Idaho and the Spokane Valley CBOC in Washington. The procurement includes a comprehensive solution that encompasses various ophthalmic instruments, examination chairs, stands, and diagnostic systems, along with installation services and any necessary training to ensure functionality. This equipment is vital for enhancing eye care services provided to veterans, ensuring they receive high-quality medical attention. Interested vendors should review and sign all amendments to the solicitation, with the latest amendment (0003) issued on August 12, 2025, and contact Tracy Heath at tracy.heath@va.gov or 253-888-4903 for further details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Tracy HeathContract Specialist
    (253) 888-4903
    tracy.heath@va.gov
    Denise Patches
    (253) 888-4922
    Densie.Patches@va.gov
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    36C26025Q0798 0003.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Network Contracting Office 20 has issued an amendment to solicitation 36C26025Q0798, effective August 12, 2025. This amendment adds new line items to the price/cost schedule and updates sections B.2 and B.4 to include additional salient characteristics for ophthalmic instruments and equipment. The solicitation seeks to fully equip new eye clinics at the Caldwell CBOC in Caldwell, ID, and the Spokane Valley CBOC in Spokane, WA. The contractor must be an expert in ophthalmology equipment and provide a comprehensive solution, including any unlisted items necessary for functionality, such as training and installation. The required equipment includes various ophthalmic instruments, examination chairs, stands, and diagnostic systems, all specified with brand name or equal (BNOE) characteristics. Installation services are also required at both CBOC locations.
    36C26025Q0798_1.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is preparing to solicit quotes for the procurement of Eye Lane equipment, specifically one unit for the Caldwell Community-Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) and two units for the Spokane Valley CBOC. This presolicitation notice indicates that a fixed-price contract will be awarded, with a single quote solicitation (36C26025Q0798) expected to be issued around August 1, 2025, and closing by August 15, 2025. The relevant North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 339112, which pertains to surgical and medical instruments manufacturing, with a standard size threshold of 1,000 employees, making this an unrestricted open-market opportunity. Interested parties must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for contract award. The solicitation will be publicly accessible via the Contracting Opportunities website. The VA emphasizes that inquiries cannot be made via telephone and all interested vendors should consult the solicitation for final submission details.
    S02 RFQ 36C26025Q0798 Combined Eye Lane Equipment.docx
    This document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for ophthalmic equipment and installation services at two Community-Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs): Boise VA Medical Center – Caldwell CBOC and Spokane VA Medical Center – Spokane Valley CBOC. The VA is seeking a comprehensive solution to fully equip new eye exam rooms at both locations with
    S02 RFQ 36C26025Q0798 Combined Eye Lane Equipment.docx
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the procurement of ophthalmology equipment needed to fully equip new exam rooms at the Caldwell and Spokane Valley Community-Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs) of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The RFP emphasizes a "Brand Name or Equal" equipment requirement, encouraging bidders to provide comprehensive proposals that include necessary installation, training, and compatibility of the equipment. Key specifications include detailed descriptions of various medical instruments such as digital refractors, acuity chart systems, lensmeters, and tonometers, along with their required features and functionalities. The contractors must ensure that all equipment passes quality standards while facilitating patient care effectively. Additionally, the document outlines submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and contract administration details. The purpose of this RFP is to acquire the essential medical equipment to meet the operational needs of the eye clinics, thereby enhancing healthcare delivery to veterans. It emphasizes the VA's commitment to providing high-quality medical services and outlines the contractual framework for this procurement process.
    S06 36C26025Q0798 0001.docx
    This document is an amendment to a federal government solicitation (RFP 36C26025Q0798, Amendment/Modification Number 0001, effective 08-01-2025) for ophthalmic instruments, equipment, and supplies. The amendment, issued by the NCO 20 Network Contracting Office in Vancouver, WA, primarily updates line-item quantities to reflect additional needs at the Boise VA Medical Center and the Spokane Valley CBOC. It details specific medical devices, such as Lombart chairs, Marco refraction systems, Welch Allyn ophthalmoscopes, and various lenses, along with installation services. The solicitation is administered by the same office. This modification emphasizes the requirement for offerors to acknowledge receipt of the amendment to ensure their offers are not rejected, and all other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain in full force and effect. The principal NAICS code is 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing), and the product/service code is 6540 (Ophthalmic Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies).
    S06 36C26025Q0798 0002.docx
    This government solicitation amendment, 36C26025Q0798, issued by the NCO 20 Network Contracting Office, addresses vendor questions and updates the requirements for ophthalmic equipment for the Caldwell and Spokane Valley CBOCs. Key changes include correcting a typo for a slit lamp arm's capacity from 600 lbs to 60 lbs, updating salient characteristics for the Marco TRS-6100 Automated Refraction System, removing the 'continuous scrolling of glasses' salient characteristic, and adjusting the quantity of stand casters for Spokane Valley CBOC from 10 to 8. The amendment details extensive lists of brand-name or equal (BNOE) ophthalmic equipment with specific salient characteristics for both locations, including chairs, stands, refractors, lensmeters, and various diagnostic tools. It also outlines installation requirements, emphasizing the need for expert contractors to provide a comprehensive and functional solution, including any unlisted necessary items like training and specialized wiring. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged.
    S06 36C26025Q0798 0001.docx
    The document outlines an amendment to a government solicitation related to the procurement of ophthalmic medical supplies and equipment intended for the Boise VA Medical Center. The amendment includes updated line-item quantities reflecting additional requirements. Key items include automated refraction systems, tonometers, and various ophthalmoscopes, specified by manufacturer part numbers and categorized under the principal NAICS code 339112, which pertains to surgical and medical instrument manufacturing. This RFP underscores the Department of Veterans Affairs' commitment to enhancing healthcare services for veterans by ensuring the availability of necessary medical equipment. The solicitation is administered by the NCO 20 Network Contracting Office and emphasizes the importance of timely acknowledgment of amendments and compliance with solicitation requirements. The document also details the shipping and delivery schedule, stating a 90-day timeframe for delivery post-award. Overall, this amendment reflects the federal government's ongoing efforts to maintain and improve healthcare standards within the Veterans Affairs system through responsive procurement practices.
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