6515--36C242-25-AP-3692 | 528-25-3-8085-0085 Microwave Ablation System (VA-25-00090638)

Location: New York
Posted: Jul 9, 2025
Due: Jul 16, 2025
Agency: VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF
Type of Government: Federal
Category:
  • 65 - Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies
Solicitation No: 36C24225Q0828
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6515--36C242-25-AP-3692 | 528-25-3-8085-0085 Microwave Ablation System (VA-25-00090638)
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Notice ID
36C24225Q0828
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242-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 02 (36C242)
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General Information
  • Contract Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Original)
  • Original Published Date: Jul 09, 2025 11:19 am EDT
  • Original Response Date: Jul 16, 2025 12:00 pm EDT
  • Inactive Policy: Manual
  • Original Inactive Date: Oct 23, 2025
  • Initiative:
    • None
Classification
  • Original Set Aside:
  • Product Service Code: 6515 - MEDICAL AND SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES
  • NAICS Code:
    • 334517 - Irradiation Apparatus Manufacturing
  • Place of Performance:
    Albany VAMC 113 Holland Ave Albany , NY 12208
    USA
Description


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Statement of Work
Microwave Ablation unit
For Interventional Radiology Albany VA Medical Center
6/11/2025
GENERAL INFORMATION

The general scope of this procurement is to purchase a Microwave Ablation unit
Equipment Purchase
SCOPE
Technology upgrade; replacing radiofrequency ablation with microwave ablation technology.

REQUIREMENT/SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS/SPECIFICATIONS

Common Nomenclature: Microwave Ablation

Kind of material: Plastic housing, Single stand along unit, non-critical RME.

Electrical Data: 140 -160W microwave power amplifiers operating at 2.45 GHz

Dimensions, size, capacity: N/A

Principles of operation: Microwave energy refers to a specific subset of the radio frequency (RF) spectrum operating between 300 MHz to 300 GHz. This device uses probes to direct microwave pulses to energize targeted tissues to treat them, especially cancer cells. The ablation unit to be procured in this requirement should have an output power of 0-80W for a single channel and 0-160W for a 2 channel.

Technical Requirements:

Component
Specification
Pumps
Two (2) fully integrated peristaltic pumps
Touchscreen Monitor
15.6-inch foldable touchscreen
Swivels
180-degrees CW/CCW
Operable with gloved fingers
Yes
Operable with sterile drape
Yes
Input / Output
One (1) USB port and one (1) Ethernet port
Tract Ablation
Cauterizes needle tract
Needle Lock
Probe migration solution
Coolant
1000mL or greater

Sterile water or 0.9% saline (user provided)
IntelliBlate Microwave Ablation System Instructions for Use 19

Performance Characteristics

MWA Generator Frequency
2.45 GHz ± 50 MHz
Applied Part Type
Type BF Dual probe support and independent channel controls. Two remote temperature probe support.
Output power (tip referenced)
Single Channel: 0-90W
Two (2) Channel:
0-80W (each), 0-160W (linked)
Microwave Output Power Accuracy
Within 10 seconds of activation of output energy on the touchscreen
Power (tip referenced) ± 20%
Ximitry Probe Antenna Temperature Measurement
10-60°C (±3°C accuracy), 60-85°C (±6°C accuracy), 85-150°C (±10°C accuracy)
Temperature Probe Measurement
10-60°C (±2°C accuracy), 60-85°C (±5°C accuracy), 85-150°C (±10°C accuracy)
Weight (without Cart)
38 lbs. (17.2 kg)
Weight (with Cart)
95 lbs. (43 kg)
Dimensions (without Cart)
17.5 in. x 14.8 in. x 8.2 in. (445mm x 375 mm x 208mm)
Dimensions (with Cart)
W 24 in. (609.6 mm), D 22 in. (558.8 mm), H 43.3 in. (1100 mm) Touchscreen closed

H 52.75 in. (1340 mm) Touchscreen open (max)
Electrical Power Connection
100VAC-240VAC, 50Hz/60Hz, 900 VA
Power Cord Length
25 ft. (7.62 m)

Intended use: Ablation Procedures with Interventional Radiology and Surgery

Equipment with which the item is used, Job related tools: single use disposable probes

End item application: Ablation during procedures

Original equipment manufacturer part number: IB-CON

Other pertinent information that describes the item, material or service required:
The system must include the following components for acceptance:
BioMed
OTHER UNIQUE REQUIREMENTS
Warranty: 1 year from date of purchase
Training: On-site orientation
Safety/ISO/IT/BioMed/SPS & Other Departmental Compliance: Connects to CT and PACS

DELIVERY
Contractor must deliver all components of the system as stated in this solicitation within 30 days of award notice.
Contractor must deliver all items in this solicitation to -
Upon receipt, the Government will inspect items for condition and working operation and acknowledge condition within 1 week of receipt.
Standard FOB Destination is required

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Contact Information
Contracting Office Address
  • 113 HOLLAND AVE
  • ALBANY , NY 12208
  • USA
Primary Point of Contact
Secondary Point of Contact


History
  • Jul 09, 2025 11:19 am EDTSources Sought (Original)

Related Document

Jul 23, 2025[Presolicitation (Original)] 6515--36C242-25-AP-3692 | 528-25-3-8085-0085 Microwave Ablation System
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