Opportunity
SAM #36C24226Q0913
Procurement of ARGOS Optical Biometer (Brand Name or Equal) for Syracuse VA Medical Center
Buyer
VA Network Contract Office 02
Posted
August 14, 2026
Respond By
August 28, 2026
Identifier
36C24226Q0913
NAICS
334510, 423460
The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 2 (NCO 2), is seeking to procure a non-contact ophthalmic biometry system for the Syracuse VA Medical Center. - Solicitation requests a brand name or equal product to the ARGOS Optical Biometer by Alcon - Only Alcon is mentioned as the OEM - Procurement includes: - One biometry device using swept-source OCT technology - Onsite installation, setup, and testing - Onsite training for staff - Minimum 12-month warranty covering parts, labor, and service - Device must: - Perform accurate biometry, keratometry, and intraocular calculations (including toric lenses) - Integrate with ZEISS FORUM and be DICOM-compliant for VISTA EMR system - Feature compact, ergonomic design with adjustable chin rest and head support - Be FDA-approved and ISO compliant - Delivery required within 60 days of award - Set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB)
Description
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with FAR Subpart 12.6. Quotes are requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The Government intends to procure one Optical Biometer, Brand Name or Equal to ARGOS Optical Biometer by Alcon.
This solicitation is issued as an RFQ. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2026-01 effective March 13, 2026.
This solicitation is set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).
The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 334510 with a small business size standard of 1,250 Employees.
The FSC/PSC is 6540.
The Network Contracting Office 2 (NCO 2) located at 20 Madison Avenue Ext., Albany, NY 12203 is seeking to purchase a single non-contact ophthalmic biometry system with installation, training and warranty for the Syracuse VA Medical Center. This is a solicitation for Brand Name or Equal, and the salient characteristics are identified.
Please see document 36C24226Q0913 Combined Synopsis for details.
Additional Links:Department of Veterans Affairs