PRECLINICAL COMPACT MRI SYSTEM

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 01, is seeking a firm-fixed price contract for the procurement, installation, and commissioning of a compact, high-performance preclinical MRI system for the VA Providence Medical Center in Rhode Island. The system must feature a self-shielded permanent 1 Tesla magnet that does not require cryogens or compressors and must support non-invasive 3D anatomical, functional, and molecular imaging for mice and rats. Key deliverables include integrated handling systems and body coils for both species, an accessory bundle with anesthesia and physiological monitoring, a preclinical imaging analysis software package, and a comprehensive cardiac analysis software package. The contractor is also required to provide on-site advanced applications training and ensure the system operates from a standard electrical power connection with integrated temperature-drift compensation for image stability. The procurement is unrestricted under NAICS code 334516, with quotes due by September 27, 2026, via email to Emily Hatcher. Award evaluation is based on technical capability to meet salient characteristics and the total evaluated price. The contractor is responsible for all personnel, labor, materials, and shipping costs, including international crating and domestic transport, with delivery terms set as F.O.B. Destination. Final acceptance by the government is contingent upon the successful installation, calibration, and verification of system performance. This procurement utilizes Recovery Act funds and requires offerors to provide detailed manufacturer and country of origin certifications.