Siemens Vision 600 PET/CT scanner or equivalent

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has issued solicitation RFP-NIH-OD-26-006312 for the urgent acquisition and installation of a Siemens Vision 600 PET/CT scanner or an equivalent state-of-the-art imaging system. This procurement is critical for the continuity of safe patient care at the Clinical Center, as the existing scanner will reach its end-of-service life on December 31, 2026. The new system is required to support clinical research and provide high-resolution imaging for adult and pediatric patients with cancer and other serious conditions. This is a firm-fixed-price purchase order for commercial items estimated to be between the simplified acquisition threshold and $9 million. The scope of work encompasses the full lifecycle of the replacement, including site preparation, electrical work, facility upgrades such as LED lighting and supplemental cooling, and the installation of the new system. The contractor is responsible for providing a full-time on-site project manager to oversee all aspects of the project through NIH acceptance. Key requirements include the weekend rig-out of the existing equipment, a trade-in credit for the current Siemens mCT scanner, and adherence to strict NIH facility, safety, and security standards. Proposals must be submitted via email to the contract specialist by noon Eastern Time on August 25, 2026, and must include detailed product specifications, comprehensive pricing, and delivery terms to demonstrate bona-fide capabilities. Award will be based on the best value to the government, considering price and other factors such as past performance and lifecycle costs.