SAM #36C26226Q0804

Siemens MAGNETOM Vida/Vida Fit MRI System or Equal for VA Tucson Healthcare System

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking to replace aging MRI equipment at the VA Tucson Healthcare System with a Siemens MAGNETOM Vida/Vida Fit MRI System or an equivalent solution. - Government Buyer: - Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 22 (VISN 22) - OEMs and Vendors: - Siemens (Original Equipment Manufacturer) - Equivalent OEMs permitted - Products/Services Requested: - Siemens MAGNETOM Vida/Vida Fit MRI System or equal - Associated components and workflow modules (each quantity: 1): - PCASL #BM (part number 14461562): Pseudo Continuous Arterial Spin Labeling module - Arterial Spin Labeling 3D (14482844): 3D non-contrast brain perfusion module - Shoulder Shape 16 #Vi Coil (14456221): 16-channel shoulder coil - Hand/Wrist 16 #Sk Coil (14418513): 16-channel hand/wrist coil - Foot/Ankle 16 #Sk Coil (14418514): 16-channel foot/ankle coil - myExam LiverLab Assist (14475452): Workflow module for hepatic fat and iron status - Arterial Spin Labeling 2D (14409110): 2D non-contrast brain perfusion module - Unique or Notable Requirements: - All system hardware, software, OEM manuals, guides, and cleaning instructions must be included - Compliance with Buy American Act and Non-Manufacturer Rule is required - Opportunity is open to equivalent systems, not just Siemens - Place of Performance and Delivery: - VA Tucson Healthcare System, 3601 South 6th Ave, Tucson, AZ 85723

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SOURCES SOUGHT SYNOPSIS ONLY This request for information (RFI) and sources sought is issued solely for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. Responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI. The submission of pricing, capabilities for planning purposes, and other market information is highly encouraged and allowed under this RFI in accordance with FAR 15.201(e). The purpose of this sources sought/RFI is to gain knowledge of potential qualified sources, their socioeconomic status, and their size classification relative to NAICS 334510 Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing size standard of 1,250 employees. Responses to this sources sought will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. This synopsis is neither a request for competitive proposal nor a solicitation of offers. This synopsis is to assist the VA in determining sources only and a solicitation is not currently available. If a solicitation is issued, it shall be announced at a later date, and all interested parties must respond to that solicitation announcement separately from responses to this RFI and sources sought. The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN) 22 is seeking potential sources capable of supplying The Siemens MAGNETOM Vida/Vida Fit MRI System or Equivalent. The VA Tucson Healthcare System requires a new MRI system to replace aging diagnostic imaging equipment and ensure uninterrupted delivery of advanced MRI services. The proposed action is for a firm-fixed price, short-term contract. The Government contemplates issuing one (1) solicitation for these supplies to be provided to the following facility: VA Tucson Healthcare System 3601 South 6th Ave. Tucson, AZ 85723

Contractor shall provide the following information: Vendor: Address: Telephone Number: Business Size: Socioeconomic Category (i.e., SDVOSB, 8a, VOSB, etc.): UEI Number: FSS/ GSA Contract Holder: Yes No FSS/ GSA Contract Number: Effective Date / Expiration Date: Country of Origin (COO):

Additional Information Responses to this sources sought are not requests to be added to a prospective bidders list or to receive a copy of the solicitation. Information received as a result of this notice will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. This notice does not represent a commitment by the Government to pay for costs incurred in the preparation and submission of information or any other costs incurred as a response to this announcement. Inquiries will only be accepted in writing via email to Jonathan.Ford1@va.gov; telephone responses shall not be accepted. Please respond by May 21, 2026, 10:00AM PT. Note: The Non-Manufacturer Rule (NMR) in accordance with 13 CFR § 121.406, September 4, 2019, applies to this acquisition. Additionally, as prescribed on 25.1101(a)(1), FAR 52.225-1 Buy American Supplies and FAR 52.225-2 Buy American Certificate apply to this acquisition. Details about the Non-Manufacturer Rule and Buy American provisions are included in the original text, emphasizing the requirements for small businesses, manufacturers, and the definitions of domestic and foreign end products, components, and related terms.

Salient Characteristics - Physical & Functional The Siemens MAGNETOM Vida/Vida Fit MRI System OR EQUIVALENT must have the following features: Must have PCASL #BM Vendor must have Arterial Spin Labeling 3D Must have Shoulder Shape 16 #Vi Coil Must have Hand/Wrist 16 #Sk Coil Must have Foot/Ankle 16 #Sk Coil Must have myExam LiverLab Assist workflow module Must include all system hardware and software in the OEM MRI configuration OEM manuals, guides, and cleaning instructions

Items and Part Numbers QtyPart No.Item Description 114461562PCASL #BM Blood labeling technique Pseudo Continuous Arterial Spin Labeling (PCASL). 114482844Arterial Spin Labeling 3D: ASL is a non-contrast-enhanced brain perfusion technique. A 3D volume is acquired with high SNR by using a turbo gradient spin echo technique and an ASL preparation module to achieve clinically feasible scan times. Provides generation of relative CBF maps and bolus arrival time maps for multi-TI experiments. 114456221Shoulder Shape 16 #Vi: Combines benefits of Tim 4G coil technology with flexible materials, resulting in high image quality, patient comfort, and easy handling. Designed for shoulder examinations, includes an iPAT-compatible 16-channel shoulder coil, flexible shoulder cup, L-shaped cushion, and maximum signal-to-noise ratio with quick setup. 114418513Hand/Wrist 16 #Sk: Features Tim 4G coil technology with Dual Density Signal Transfer and SlideConnect Technology for high-resolution imaging of the hand and wrist, with quick patient setup. 114418514Foot/Ankle 16 #Sk: Similar technology as Hand/Wrist coil, designed for foot and ankle imaging, cable-less, with quick setup via DirectConnect. 114475452myExam LiverLab Assist: System-guided workflow to examine hepatic fat and iron status. 114409110Arterial Spin Labeling 2D: Non-contrast brain perfusion technique with enhanced EPI sequence, includes preparation module and inline technology for perfusion maps.

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