Medikors InAlyzer2 Type M DEXA Instrument (Brand Name or Equal)

The Networking Contracting Office 16, part of the Department of Veterans Affairs, has issued a presolicitation request for information to gauge industry interest in supplying the Medikors InAlyzer 2-Type M DEXA Instrument or an equivalent system. This high-resolution dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry device is specifically intended for preclinical research, enabling precise measurements of bone mineral density and body composition—including bone mineral content, fat mass, and lean mass—in small to mid-sized laboratory animals such as mice, rabbits, and guinea pigs. The solicitation number is 36C25626Q1019, posted on July 8, 2026, with responses due by July 21, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time. No set-aside restrictions are in place, and the North American Industry Classification System code is 334516, indicating it pertains to medical equipment and supplies manufacturing. Proposals should address the contractor’s capability to provide the specified instrument or an acceptable alternative, with all responses directed to Carmyn E. Williams, the primary point of contact at the Galleria Financial Center in Houston, Texas. While the contracting office is based in Ridgeland, Mississippi, the anticipated place of performance is in Arkansas at zip code 72114. Interested parties are encouraged to submit information detailing their product offerings, technical specifications, delivery timelines, and supporting qualifications through the designated SAM.gov portal. This RFI is not a commitment to award a contract but is aimed at assessing market availability, competitive pricing, and vendor readiness to support the VA’s research infrastructure needs.