SAM #36C24226Q0731

Lease and Service of MRI Unit and Transportable Imaging Suite for VA New Jersey Healthcare System

This opportunity is for the lease and full-service support of a new MRI Unit and Transportable Imaging Suite for the VA New Jersey Healthcare System, managed by the Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 2 at James J. Peters VA Medical Center. - Government Buyer: - Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 2, James J. Peters VA Medical Center - Products Requested: - 1 Transportable Magnetic Resonance Imaging Suite - Includes MRI Zones II, III & IV, magnetic and RF shielding, HVAC/Chiller, patient access features, injector, virtual window, changing area, coil storage, fire suppression, fresh air exchange, filtration, safety systems, transportation, training, wiring installations, ferromagnetic detection system, walkway enclosure - 1 1.5T MRI Unit - Minimum bore width 65 cm, slew rate 100 T/m/s per axis, field of view 45cm x 45cm x 45cm, 34 channels, motorized adjustable height table, advanced imaging/software features, noise reduction, power conditioning, gating/triggering, advanced exam planning, active shielding, patient-specific shimming, Dixon-type technology, non-contrast MRA, bolus tracking, restraints, positioning aids, integrated music system, video monitoring, MRI-compatible injector, cryogen supply, chiller, calibration phantoms - Delivery and installation of mobile MRI and suite - De-installation and removal at contract end - On-site clinical applications training (initial and follow-up) for two technologies - Continuing education credits (CMEs) for technologists - Services Requested: - Lease, service, and support of MRI and Imaging Suite - Includes delivery, installation, connection, functionality assurance, service and support, replacement parts, telephone/software support, continuing education, full maintenance coverage (labor, travel, tools, test equipment, incidentals) - Unique Requirements: - Comprehensive technical specifications for MRI unit and suite - Uptime guarantees and full maintenance to OEM standards - On-site training and continuing education for technologists - Contract includes base year plus four option years (up to five years total) - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; market research is ongoing to identify capable suppliers.

Description

Sources Sought Notice: The Government does not plan to award a contract because of this Sources Sought Notice, nor will it reimburse respondents for any information provided.

Although "proposal," "offeror," contractor , and "vendor" may be used in this Sources Sought Notice, any response will be treated as information only. It will not be used as a proposal. The Government is seeking information for market research purposes only.

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This Sources Sought Notice is issued by the VISN 2 Contracting Office to obtain information related to the lease of an MRI Unit and MRI Transportable Imaging Suite for the VA New Jersey Healthcare System, located at the Toms River CBOC, 1055 Hooper Avenue, Toms River, NJ 08752. The anticipated period of performance is projected to begin in August 2026. The applicable NAICS code for this requirement is 621512 (Diagnostic Imaging Centers). Additional details are provided in the Statement of Work (SOW) section of this document; however, the SOW included is a draft and not considered final.

Contractors interested in providing these services who meet the attached requirements should email Lee Kern at lee.kern@va.gov, with 36C24226Q0731 as the subject line.

Interested parties MUST provide the following information:

Company Information: Company name and address SAM UEID Number Point of Contact (name, phone, email) Socioeconomic category (e.g., SDVOSB, VOSB, HUBZone, 8(a), small business, etc.) Note: If contractor is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), a Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB), or any other special category of contractors, then contractor is responsible for providing documentation in support of this. This information will be used to determine the viability of a set aside for this requirement.

Capability Statement: A capability statement demonstrating ability to perform the requirement Examples of same or similar work performed at other facilities within the past five years Number of certified/licensed technicians currently employed

Subcontracting Information (if applicable): Tasks to be performed by the prime contractor Tasks to be performed by any subcontractor Prime and subcontractor SAM UEID numbers Any teaming agreements the contractor intends to employ

Site and Geographic Information: Contractor's site location and any supporting documentation demonstrating capability to serve the New Jersey locations

Comments and Questions: Any relevant comments or questions regarding the attached draft Statement of Work

Additional Links:Department of Veterans Affairs

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