6525--Compact B-Scan Ultrasound System VA Harlingen Healthcare Center
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF
Notice type
Sources Sought
Solicitation #
36C25726Q0621
NAICS
339115
PSC
6525
Posted
June 3, 2026
Response due
June 9, 2026
Place of performance
Harlingen
What this opportunity is
The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Compact B-Scan Ultrasound System for the VA Harlingen Healthcare Center to enhance optical care services. This opportunity is suitable for small businesses under the NAICS code 339115, which pertains to the manufacture of medical equipment. As a Sources Sought notice, it is primarily for market research, meaning interested vendors should track the opportunity rather than submit bids at this stage.
Analysis by Mindy, grounded in the SAM.gov notice.
Description
SUBJECT*
Compact B-Scan Ultrasound System VA Harlingen Healthcare Center
GENERAL INFORMATION
CONTRACTING OFFICE’S ZIP CODE*
76504
SOLICITATION NUMBER*
36C25726Q0621
RESPONSE DATE/TIME/ZONE
06-09-2026 11:00AM CENTRAL TIME, CHICAGO, USA
ARCHIVE
25 DAYS AFTER THE RESPONSE DATE
RECOVERY ACT FUNDS
N
SET-ASIDE
PRODUCT SERVICE CODE*
6525
NAICS CODE*
339115
CONTRACTING OFFICE ADDRESS
Department of Veterans Affairs
Network Contracting Office 17
5441 Babcock Road Ste. 302
San Antonio TX 782540
POINT OF CONTACT*
Rafael Rodriguez
PLACE OF PERFORMANCE
ADDRESS
VA Harlingen Healthcare Center
2601 Veterans Drive
Harlingen Texas
POSTAL CODE
78550
COUNTRY
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
AGENCY’S URL
URL DESCRIPTION
AGENCY CONTACT’S EMAIL ADDRESS
Rafael.Rodriguez2@va.gov
EMAIL DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION
This market research notice is being conducted by Network Contracting Office (NCO) 17- VA South Texas (VASTHCS) facilities.
VA Texas Valley Coastal Bend Healthcare System Optometry Section of Surgical Service is requesting a B-Scan Imaging Ultrasound System at one (1) location. The Optometry Department in Harlingen is requesting a new Compact B-Scan Imaging Ultrasound System to facilitate the increased demand for patient optical care. The proposed B-Scan Imaging Ultrasound System will allow the doctor to diagnose retinal detachments, tumors, and citreous pathologies.
System Requirements and Specifications for Compact B-Scan Ultrasound System
Must be lightweight and easily transportable (<5 kg, 8 lbs. recommended) and cart-based unit suitable for small examination rooms.
Must have an integrated color high-resolution touchscreen with integrated DICOM connectivity.
Must be Windows 11, DICOM compatible, and must support DICOM storage, worklist, and print functionalities to interface with VA Systems.
Must have USB ports for data export, ethernet port, and HDMI output.
Must have B-Scan Transducer frequency of 15 MHz.
Must have built-in pattern recognitions phakic, aphakic, PMMA, acrylic, and silicone material for pseudo-phakic eye types.
Must have automatic detection of scleral spike.
Must have at least six (6) different methods for keratometric correction and implant calculation: History derived, refraction derived, contact lens method, Rosa regression, Shammas regression, Double K/SRK-T (Dr. Aramberri’s formula).
Must have the ability to display at least four (4) different IOL calculations.
Contractor is responsible for installation and configuration of the newly provided Compact B-Scan Ultrasound System.
Contractor is responsible for comprehensive system testing for the newly provided Compact B-Scan Ultrasound System. Testing documentation shall be provided to VATVCBHCS Biomedical Engineering prior to acceptance of equipment. Contractor shall be able to certify the newly provided Compact B-Scan Ultrasound System is safe and ready for use on patients.
Delivery of all hardware should be completed within 90 days from date of award. Implementation of all hardware should be completed within 60 days after hardware delivery. Education and training may take 60 – 90 days after hardware implementation.
Compact B-Scan Ultrasound System must include at least a one-year warranty.
Responses shall include:
Business Name
Business Address
Point of Contact
Name
Phone Number
E-mail Address
SAM UID Number
Currently registered in SAM (Yes or No). If Yes, provide expiration date.
NAICS code
Business Size: Small or Large
Type of Business: Service-Disabled Veteran Owned (SDVOSB), Veteran Owned (VOSB), 8(a), HUBZone, Woman-Owned (WOSB), etc.
GSA or VA FSS Contract Number, if applicable
Indicate the equipment/supplies manufacturer and country.
All businesses eligible to provide these supplies are encouraged to reply as this information may be used to determine potential set-asides for the above-noted requirement.
Send responses to both the Contract Specialist.
Contract Specialist: Mr. Rafael Rodriguez at Rafael.Rodriguez2@va.gov
Responses in the email subject line shall state: 36C25726Q0621, Sources Sought Notice
Responses due date: 06/09/2026- 11:00 AM CT
DISCLAIMER: This notice is issued solely for informational and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation. Responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Department of Veterans Affairs to form a binding contract. Respondents are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this notice.
Source: SAM.gov, as posted. Verify the current solicitation before responding.
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