SAM #36C26326Q0892

VA Solicitation for Noldus EthoVision Core Lab System and Behavioral Research Equipment

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 23, is seeking quotes for advanced behavioral research equipment for the Sioux Falls VA Health Care System Research Department. - Government Buyer: - Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 23, Sioux Falls VA Health Care System Research Department - OEM Highlight: - Noldus Information Technology is the referenced OEM for the EthoVision Core Lab system and related modules - Products/Services Requested: - Noldus EthoVision Core Lab system and software modules - Software License adding Social Interaction Module (Part # EV160-01298-AANEIAAA, Qty: 1) - Software License adding Multiple Arena & Social Interaction Module (Part # EV160-05746-AAFEIAAA, Qty: 1) - UltraVox XT system with 4 microphones and compatible computing hardware (Qty: 1) - Two desktop workstations compatible with deep learning (Qty: 1 set) - Mouse-sized light dark chambers (set of 2, Qty: 1) - Four Mouse PhenoTypers with integrated camera wall and accessories (Qty: 1 set) - Four mouse-sized fear conditioning setups (Qty: 1 set) - Onsite integration, installation, and training (Qty: 1) - Delivery and freight (Qty: 1) - One-year warranty included, with optional three-year warranty (Qty: 1) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - "Brand Name or Equal" provision allows for equivalent products from other manufacturers - All equipment must be delivered and installed at the Sioux Falls VA Health Care System - Onsite training and integration are required - One-year warranty is standard, with an option for a three-year warranty - Compliance with commercial item procurement regulations (FAR Part 12.6) and SAM registration is mandatory

Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This is a solicitation conducted using FAR Part 13 (Simplified Acquisition Procedures). This announcement constitutes only solicitation, quotes are being requested. Solicitation number 36C26326Q0892 is issued as a request for quotes (RFQ). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2025-26 10/01/2025. This procurement is a Brand Name or Equal. Prospective offerors must be registered and current in the System for Award Management (SAM) database at time of offer to the Government (https://www.sam.gov) Quotes will only be accepted from responsible contractors. The NAICS code for the solicitation is 334516 with a size standard of 1,000 employees. A list of the contract line items, quantities, and units of measure are listed within the attached solicitation documentation. The VA anticipates one firm fixed price contract award to provide supplies to Sioux Falls VA Health Care System, 2501 W. 22nd St., Sioux Falls, SD 57105. FAR provisions 52.212-1, 52.212-2, 52.225-6 apply to this procurement and are detailed within the attached solicitation document. FAR clause 52.212-4 applies to this procurement and is included within the attached solicitation document. Additional requirements are listed within the attached solicitation document. The Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) does not apply to this acquisition. Technical questions on this solicitation are due via e-mail only to Michael Wicht, Contract Specialist, at Michael.wicht@va.gov no later than 11:00am Central Standard Time (CST), 8/10/2026. Quotes are due to the Contracting Office by 11:00am CST, 8/14/2026. Quotes are required to be emailed to Michael.wicht@va.gov prior to the solicitation closing date and time. It is the responsibility of the offeror to ensure their quote is received in its entirety by the Contracting Officer before the solicitation closing. Contact Michael Wicht, Contracting Specialist at Michael.wicht@va.gov for information regarding the solicitation.

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