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Sources sought

Compact B-Scan Ultrasound System VA Harlingen Healthcare Center

36C25726Q0621

Department of Veterans Affairs, 257-Network Contract Office 17. Ophthalmic Goods Manufacturing.

Response deadline

June 9, 2026 at 12:00 PM EDT

Closed 148 days ago. Posted June 3, 2026. Scheduled to archive July 4, 2026.

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Description

As published on SAM.gov.

Page 4 of 4 Page 1 of Page 1 of 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.

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  1. June 3, 2026

    Sources sought

    Due June 9, 2026 at 12:00 PM EDT. SAM.gov, notice e20962bf98f14cecaa4831246daae4c2

    1 revisions on SAM
    • June 3, 2026: publish, sources sought

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