6515--EndoSuite Simulator and Trade-In

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is soliciting offers for a Surgical Science Simbionix Endo Mentor Suite Simulator, or an equivalent system, for the VA Long Beach Healthcare System. This acquisition is a firm fixed-price requirement set for full and open competition. The simulator is crucial for training general surgeons and must include specific salient characteristics such as a 27-inch touchscreen, various scopes (colonoscope, duodenoscope), and a comprehensive set of basic and advanced modules for FES testing. The contract also requires installation, on-site setup, calibration, continuous maintenance, and a trade-in credit for an existing PENTAX CORP VE-G2 model. Offers are due by November 18, 2025, at 12:00 PM PST and must be submitted electronically. The document outlines contract administration, invoicing procedures, and various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses and VA Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) clauses that govern the contract, including those related to payment, disputes, and compliance.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office (NCO) 22, issued a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ 36C26226Q0057) for a Surgical Science/Simbionix ENDO Mentor Suite Simulator with a trade-in credit or equivalent. This procurement is set for full and open competition under NAICS code 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing) and PSC 6515 (Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies). Quotes are due by November 18, 2025, at 12:00 P.M. Pacific Los Angeles time, to Contract Specialist Israel Garcia at israel.garcia2@va.gov. Award will be based on a comparative evaluation in accordance with FAR Part 13 Simplified Acquisition Procedures, favoring the most advantageous response to the Government. All interested companies must provide quotations, including adherence to terms and conditions, and address FAR 52.225-3 and 52.225-4 regarding Buy American and Free Trade Agreements. Questions must be submitted by November 12, 2025.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a Special Notice to inform all potential vendors that the Combined Synopsis for RFQ 36C26226Q0057, concerning the "EndoSuite Simulator and Trade-In," has been canceled immediately. This decision was made to ensure all procurement requirements align with regulatory and policy guidelines. The VA acknowledges the effort invested by vendors and states that the request will be re-solicited at a future date, incorporating necessary adjustments to meet objectives and compliance standards. The original solicitation had a response date of November 12, 2025, and was managed by the Network Contracting Office 22 in Long Beach, CA.