DA10--3Mensio and CAAS MR Software Subscriptions

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Network Contracting Office 21 plans to award a sole source, firm fixed price contract to ESAOTE NORTH AMERICA INC for subscriptions to proprietary medical software packages, specifically 3Mensio and CAAS MR solutions, which are unique to the original equipment manufacturer. This procurement supports the VA Palo Alto Health Care System under the Veterans Health Administration, Regional Procurement Office West. The contract covers various modules and floating licenses for both software suites, with a performance period from May 15, 2026, through May 14, 2027. Services also include setup and installation, remote training, hotline support, software upgrades, and warranty coverage. The software is classified under NAICS code 513210 and pertains to IT and telecom business applications delivered as Software as a Service. The contract emphasizes compliance with FDA regulations given the medical nature of the software and mandates the vendor must be an authorized OEM, dealer, distributor, or reseller, providing proof of such status to ensure authenticity and adherence to VA gray market requirements. Responses to this pre-solicitation notice must be submitted by April 27, 2026, along with evidence of compliance with gray market clauses to be considered a viable source. The VA highlights that patient care remains the utmost priority in any decision-making process related to this acquisition. The solicitation will be publicly posted on or about April 23, 2026, on the official government procurement portal, allowing all responsible parties to submit capability statements or proposals before the government finalizes the sole source award.