SAM #36C24826Q0996

Acquisition of Haag-Streit Eyesi Surgical Simulator and Training for VA Hospital

This procurement opportunity is issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 8, for the James A. Haley Veterans Affairs Hospital in Tampa, FL. - Government Buyer: - Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 8 (NCO 8), James A. Haley Veterans Affairs Hospital - OEM Highlight: - Haag-Streit Simulation (HS Simulation) is the specified Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) - Products/Services Requested: - HS Simulation Eyesi Surgical Complete System - Fully integrated ophthalmic microsurgery simulator for cataract and vitreoretinal training - Features include: haptic feedback, surgical stereo microscope, touch-sensitive display, dual-pedal system, and proprietary virtual reality software - Quantity: 1 system - Includes installation, documentation, and a minimum one-year warranty - Onsite Training - Covers system operation, software navigation, curriculum utilization, and routine maintenance - Quantity: 1 training session - Unique/Notable Requirements: - System must provide high-fidelity, measurable, and repeatable surgical training - Must support advanced virtual reality simulation with validated performance metrics - Delivery required within 34 weeks after order - Small business set-aside under NAICS 339112 and PSC 6540 - Sustainment and warranty support required - Alignment with VA patient safety and competency-based education initiatives

Description

STATEMENT OF NEED

GENERAL: This Statement of Need (SON) defines the scope, deliverables, responsibilities, compliance requirements, and acceptance criteria for the procurement, installation, training, and sustainment of the HS Simulation Eyesi Surgical Complete System. The system will support ophthalmic surgical skills training for residents, fellows, and staff at James A. Haley Veterans Hospital (JAHVH).

The objective is to enhance patient safety and strengthen competency based education by delivering a high fidelity, measurable, and repeatable surgical training environment.

BACKGROUND: JAHVH is expanding its ophthalmic surgical education program through advanced virtual reality simulation with integrated haptic feedback and validated performance metrics. The Eyesi Surgical platform offers structured cataract and vitreoretinal training modules, realistic tissue interaction, authentic instrument handling, and standardized scoring.

This safe, reproducible training environment supports deliberate practice, objective assessment, remediation planning, and alignment with VA patient safety initiatives and contemporary surgical training standards.

PURPOSE: The Eyesi Surgical Complete System will be used as a teaching and skills development tool to directly support improved patient care. Access to state of the art ophthalmic simulation technology enhances early detection, clinical decision making, operative proficiency, and ongoing competency in the management and treatment of eye diseases.

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