W065--Sources Sought GI scope lease Sources Sought for the Hines VAMC

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THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTE.
The NCO 12, Great Lakes Acquisition Center, 115 S. 84th Street, Suite 101, Milwaukee, WI 53214, is performing market research to determine if there is a sufficient number of qualified: (1) Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB); (2) Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB); or (3) Small or emerging small business firms, or (4) Other Than Small business firms, to provide a lease of Flexible GI scope, video processors, and light sources to the Hines, IL VAMC
General Requirements:
Brand Name or Equal leased products will be evaluated
The listed parts are known to meet the government s needs products meeting all the salient characteristics will be considered
Submit responses to the Contracting Specialist, Ryan Nugent at Ryan.Nugent@va.gov no later than 8:00 am (Central Standard Time), 12/NOV/2025.
ELUXEO Endoscopic Video Imaging System High Definition Video Processor
ELUXEO Endoscopic Video Imaging Light Source with 4 LED Multi-Light Technology
Endoscopic Ultrasound Processor with Elastography and Trackball Keyboard (CP-1TB)
Fujifilm Ultra Slim Video Colonoscope
Fujifilm High-Resolution Video Colonoscope
Fujifilm Video Routine Colonoscope
Fujifilm Ultra Slim Video Gastroscope
Fujifilm High-Resolution Video Therapeutic Video Gastroscope
Fujifilm High-Resolution Video Gastroscope
Fujifilm Endoscopic Ultrasonic Scope (Radial Scan)
Fujifilm Endoscopic Ultrasonic Scope (Curved Linear Array Scan)
Fujifilm Flexible Duodenoscope
FujiFilm Dual Channel Gastroscope
Dual Channel Gastroscope/Sigmoidoscope
Eizo 32" LED Medical Grade Monitor
26" HD Medical Grade IPS LED Monitor
MONITOR ROLL STAND WITH KEYBOARD TRAY
FS-1 Footswitch for Processing Platforms
RS232C Cross Cable
RC-102-6 TRIGGER CABLE FOR COMPUTERS
RC-102-25 Processor remote to computer serial port BNC to 9 pin
CC6-101 Interface Connection Cable between SU-1/SU-1 Platinum/SU-8000 and Eluxeo/EPX-4440HD
All Inclusive Service Contract Monthly All Inclusive Service Contract Monthly One Year Term

Salient Characteristics:
Salient Characteristics of Endoscopy Scopes Used in GI and Pulmonary Medicine
Endoscopy scopes are sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic instruments designed to visualize, assess, and perform interventions within the gastrointestinal and respiratory tracts. While all scopes share core components such as a flexible insertion tube, optical imaging system, suction/insufflation channels, and working channels specific characteristics vary based on anatomical application and procedural requirements.

I. General Shared Characteristics
Feature
Description
Purpose
Flexible insertion tube
Long, steerable shaft with variable stiffness
Allows navigation through natural body lumens with minimal trauma
High-definition optical imaging
Fiberoptic or digital chip-on-tip technology
Provides detailed visualization of mucosal surfaces for accurate diagnosis
Working channel(s)
Channel(s) that allow passage of accessories (forceps, snares, brushes, needles)
Enables both diagnostic sampling and therapeutic intervention
Suction and irrigation capabilities
Integrated vacuum and flushing capabilities
Maintains clear visualization and manages secretions
Insufflation (air/CO )
Controlled lumen expansion
Enhances visualization by opening natural tissue planes
Ergonomic control head
Allows angulation, suction control, air/water functions
Ensures precise scope maneuverability and operator comfort
Reprocessable design
Constructed for high-level disinfection/sterile processing
Ensures infection control and VA regulatory compliance

II. GI Scopes (Gastroenterology Service)
Scope Type
Key Characteristics
Primary Applications
Gastroscope (Upper Endoscope)
Short to medium length, small diameter, wide field visualization, CO insufflation standard
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD): evaluation of esophagus, stomach, and duodenum; biopsy; hemostasis; dilation
Colonoscope
Longer insertion length, variable stiffness shaft, large working channel for therapeutic tools
Colonoscopy: detection/removal of polyps, management of GI bleeding, surveillance for IBD and malignancy
Duodenoscope (Side-viewing)
Side-angle viewing system and elevator mechanism in distal tip
ERCP: cannulation of bile & pancreatic ducts, stone removal, stenting
Enteroscope
Extended length for small bowel navigation, may interface with balloon-assisted systems
Deep small bowel evaluation for obscure GI bleeding or mucosal disease

III. Pulmonary Scopes (Bronchoscopy Service)
Bronchoscope Type
Key Characteristics
Primary Applications
Flexible Bronchoscope
Narrow diameter for airway passage, superior steering control, suction & lavage capability
Airway inspection, secretion clearance, BAL, bronchial biopsies, foreign body retrieval
Video Bronchoscope
High-resolution digital imaging with improved mucosal detail
Advanced diagnostic bronchoscopy and tumor evaluation
Therapeutic Bronchoscope
Larger working channel to accommodate instruments (cryoprobes, argon plasma probes)
Endobronchial therapy, airway stent placement, tumor debulking
Ultrasound Bronchoscope (EBUS)
Integrated radial/endobronchial ultrasound transducer with sampling needle capability
Mediastinal lymph node mapping, minimally invasive staging and tissue diagnosis
Key Differences Between GI and Pulmonary Scopes
Category
GI Scopes
Pulmonary Scopes
Anatomical Pathway
GI lumen (alimentary tract)
Tracheobronchial airway tree
Diameter & Length
Larger diameters, longer insertion lengths
Smaller diameters with more delicate distal steering
Insufflation
CO commonly used for comfort and mucosal expansion
Air and suction control vital for maintaining airway patency
Contamination Risk
High risk with duodenoscopes (elevator mechanism) requiring enhanced reprocessing workflow
Risk related to airway secretions strict HLD required across all scopes
Therapeutic Complexity
ERCP carries highest procedural complexity
EBUS and endobronchial laser/cryotherapy represent higher pulmonary complexity
Software requirements:
Must be compatible with the following software:
PROVATION
ORACLE (Cerner)
CPRS
WINDOWS 10 or newer
All interested firms who can meet the requirements stated above should respond, in writing,
INCLUDING ALL THE FOLLOWING:
Company name.
Address.
Point of contact (name/title/telephone number/e-mail address).
FSS / SEWP Contract number, if applicable.
SAM Unique ID number.
Tax ID number.
Indication of which business category (SDVOSB, VOSB, Small Business or Other Than Small Business) for which the organization qualifies.
A capability statement that addresses the organization s qualifications and ability to provide the requirement depicted above.
Documentation from manufacturer (i.e. correspondence from manufacturer) of your firm being an authorized distributor for the manufacturer.
Submit responses to the Contracting Specialist, Ryan Nugent at Ryan.Nugent@va.gov no later than 8:00 am (Central Standard Time), 12/NOV/2025.

36C25226Q0083 GI Scope Lease shall be referenced on all correspondence regarding this announcement.
TELEPHONIC INQUIRIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

The NAICS Code 532490, Other Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing, is applicable to this acquisition; the size standard is $40.0 million. Interested firms are reminded that in accordance with FAR 4.12, prospective contractors shall complete electronic annual representations and certifications in conjunction with FAR 4.11 required registration in the Systems for Award Management (SAM) database prior to award of a contract. The Government will use responses to this notice to make an appropriate acquisition decision. This is the only notice; no other copies of this notice will be provided.

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