SAM #36C26127Q0154

VA market research for Medtronic TruClear hysteroscopy instruments

The Department of Veterans Affairs is researching gynecological hysteroscopy instruments for the Martinez VA Medical Center. - Government buyer: Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 21, VA Northern California Health Care System, Martinez VA Medical Center; contracting specialist Shaun Owen. - OEM: Medtronic TruClear equipment is the named product line; functionally equivalent products may also be proposed. - Requested products: - 3 Mini TruClear Hysteroscopes (P/N 72204878) - 3 TruClear Handpieces (P/N 7209807) - 3 GYN Trays (P/N 72203004) - 1 Plus TruClear Hysteroscope (P/N 72204879) - Purpose and requirements: Support uterine visualization and tissue removal, including treatment of intrauterine pathology. Equipment must provide continuous flow, be compatible with the TruClear system, and have FDA clearance; a one-year parts-and-labor warranty is required. The described system also calls for high-definition visualization and leak-resistant sealing. - Equivalent products: Proposals should document technical and clinical equivalency and identify the manufacturer and country of origin; an authorized distributor letter is requested for alternatives. - This is a market-research notice, not a solicitation.

Description

THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION FOR INFORMATION AND PLANNING PURPOSES ONLY 1. Subject: Sources Sought, VA Northern California Health Care- Martinez VA Medical Center Gynecological Hysteroscopy Surgical Instruments (TruClear or Equal) This Sources Sought Notice seeks to identify qualified vendors capable of providing gynecological hysteroscopy surgical instruments equivalent to (or equal to) the TruClear product line.

1. General Information Contracting Office: Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office (NCO 21)

Product Service Code (PSC): 6515 Medical & Surgical Instruments NAICS Code: 339112 Surgical Appliance & Supplies Manufacturing (Vendors may identify alternative NAICS if more appropriate.) Point of Contact: Shaun Owen, Contracting Specialist Email: shaun.owen@va.gov

1. Description of Requirement The Martinez VA Medical Center seeks capability responses from businesses able to supply Medtronic TruClear surgical equipment or functionally equivalent products to support gynecological hysteroscopy procedures. The requirement is for equipment used in visualization, diagnosis, and hysteroscopic tissue removal of intrauterine pathology, including polyps, fibroids, retained products of conception, and other uterine abnormalities. The equipment shall provide:

High-definition hysteroscopic visualization of the uterine cavity; Continuous-flow inflow and outflow capability to maintain uterine distention during procedures; Compatibility with hysteroscopic tissue removal devices; Minimally invasive access for diagnostic and operative hysteroscopy procedures; Safe and efficient removal of intrauterine pathology through integrated visualization and tissue removal technology. These items may be supplied as brand name (TruClear) or equal.

VA Medical Center Northern California Hysteroscope Surgical instruments Item # Part Number/ Description Qty Price Extended Amount 1 72204878 Hysteroscope Mini TruClear 3     2 7209807 HANDPIECE TRUCLEAR 3     3 72203004 GYN TRAY 3     4 72204879 Hysteroscope Plus TruClear 1    

  SUBTOTAL with shipping included      

1. Purpose of This Notice The VA is conducting market research to: Determine industry capability and capacity; Identify potential sources, including Small Business concerns; Assess whether two or more qualified SDVOSBs or VOSBs are capable of performing. Inform the acquisition strategy.

2. Instructions to Respondents Interested vendors shall submit a non binding capability statement including the following: A. Business Information (required) Company name SAM.gov UEI Business size/status: SDVOSB, VOSB, WOSB, EDWOSB, HUBZone, 8(a), Small, Large (As required in prior postings such as 36C26127Q0154 Sources Sought) Confirm active SAM.gov registration If SDVOSB/VOSB, confirm certification through VetCert B. Capability & Experience Provide documentation demonstrating capability to supply the required Gynecological items Include prior experience with VA, DOD, or private hospital surgical instrument supply Provide product literature, brochures, or cross reference sheets for brand name or equal items C. GSA / Contract Information Indicate whether items are available under GSA/FSS/NASA SEWP/NITAAC, including contract number and expiration date State any open market availability D. Product Data Indicate whether offering TruClear brand name or equal substitutes Provide equivalency documentation (technical specifications, clinical equivalency, FDA device class if applicable) RESPONDENTS OFFERING EQUAL ALTERNATIVES: Respondents are to include the manufacturer of their equal item, the Country of Origin, and an authorized distributor letter. E. Pricing Information Provide commercial pricing or discount structures (non binding)

3. Submission Details Deadline: Response is due by 15:30 Pacific Time Friday, November 13, 2026.

Submission Method: Email capability responses to: shaun.owen@va.gov Subject Line: Sources Sought Response TruClear Surgical Instruments [Company Name]

1. Disclaimer This Sources Sought/RFI is for market research only. It does not constitute a solicitation, does not obligate the Government, and is not a guarantee of future acquisitions. Responses will be used solely to inform the VA s acquisition strategy. Vendors responding to this notice are not guaranteed consideration for any future solicitation.

2. Attachments None at this stage. A formal solicitation may follow.

Brand Name Item or Equal: Essential/significant physical, functional, or performance characteristics.
Continuous-flow inflow and outflow capability to maintain uterine cavity distention. Working channel designed to accommodate compatible TruClear tissue removal devices. Leak-resistant sealing mechanism to minimize fluid loss during procedures. Designed for minimally invasive hysteroscopic procedures involving intrauterine pathology. a) Compatibility Must be compatible with the Medtronic TruClear hysteroscopic tissue removal system. Components must function together as an integrated system for visualization and intrauterine issue removal. b) Dimensions Per order specifications c) Industry Standard Device shall meet applicable FDA and industry standards for hysteroscopic visualization and tissue removal systems. d) Purpose- Surgical procedures on patients.
e) Governing Body or Organization
FDA-cleared medical device. Compliant with applicable healthcare regulatory requirements. Complete generic identification
Applicable model/make/catalog number- See order Manufacturer name Medtronic Warranty - One-year parts and labor with ongoing support on all equipment. Installation/Training. n/a Security- Patented and HIPAA compliant patient database with merge and sync capabilities across all systems Per VAAR 811.104 and 811.105, I certify the following regarding the above information: The salient characteristics listed above are essential to the Government s requirements. To my knowledge, the restrictions listed above will not limit the acquisition to an item peculiar to one manufacture.

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