6515--Surgical Lights

The Department of Veterans Affairs, through its Network Contracting Office 17 in San Antonio, Texas, is conducting market research for the acquisition of Skytron surgical lighting systems to be installed at the Olin E. Teague Veterans Medical Center in Temple, Texas. This initiative, identified by solicitation number 36C25726Q0441 and NAICS code 339113, is explicitly labeled as a Notice of Intent and is not a solicitation for competitive quotes. The purpose is to gather vendor capabilities, pricing estimates, and supply chain information to determine whether the procurement will proceed as a sole source or through competition. Vendors are requested to respond with detailed business information including SAM UID, NAICS code, business size classification, socioeconomic status such as SDVOSB, VOSB, 8A, HUBZone, or WOSB status, and proof of being an authorized OEM dealer, distributor, or reseller, as the VA does not accept gray market items. The response must also indicate the U.S. city and state where the equipment is manufactured. The acquisition includes a detailed list of surgical light configurations, ranging from single and dual lightheads with various radial arm lengths and installation kits, including specific adapter plates and mounting systems, with a total of 20 individual lighting units specified across different configurations and one comprehensive service package covering installation, inspection, warranty, de-installation, mobilization, and disposal. All equipment must be engineered to support weight and torque loads with seismic and structural calculations compliant with local codes, be resistant to hospital-grade disinfectants, and meet NFPA 70/99 electrical safety standards. Installation must follow Level 4 infection control risk assessment protocols per VHA ICRA-1.2, comply with EPA and state environmental regulations, and adhere strictly to OSHA construction safety requirements, including mandatory OSHA 30-hour and 10-hour training for designated personnel. A safety plan must be submitted for VA approval prior to work commencement, and all work must be conducted with minimal disruption to hospital operations. Responses are due by April 16, 2026, at 10:00 AM Central Time, and must be submitted via email to Michelle Cunningham, Contract Specialist, at michelle.cunningham@va.gov.