6650 -- Scanning Systems : Laser : Optical Biometry

2026-11-03

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION This RFI is being sent solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation or obligation on the part of the Government . Â Per FAR 15 . 201 ( e ), responses to this notice are not considered offers , shall not be used as a proposal , and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract . Â Neither unsolicited proposals nor any other kinds of offers will be considered in response to this notice . Â No evaluation letters and / or results will be issued to the respondents ; however , the Government does reserve the right to contact any respondent and / or respondent reference to obtain additional information . Â At this time , no solicitation exists ; therefore , please do not request a copy of the solicitation . Â Any resulting procurement action will be the subject of a separate , future announcement . Â The information is provided for discussion purposes and any potential strategy for this acquisition may change prior to any solicitation release . Â The acquisition strategy , evaluation methodology , contract type , and any other acquisition decisions are to be determined . The Department of Veteran Affairs located at Huntington VAMC located at 150 Spring Valley Dr ., Huntington , WV 25704 is seeking a Scanning System : Laser : Optical Biometry . The associated North American Industrial Classification System ( NAICS ) code for this procurement is 334510 - Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing , size standard is 1 , 250 employees . Salient Characteristics : Perform accurate biometry , keratometry and intraocular calculations including toric lenses , especially in difficult cataract cases . Measurements must be obtained via non - contact . Measurements obtained via two - dimensional swept - source OCT ( SS - OCT ). Must have ability to obtain biometry readings on dense cataracts . Automated data transfer : Must be capable of seamlessly integrating with ophthalmic data management systems already in place to eliminate manual data entry errors . The data management system in place is the ZEISS FORUM . Must be capable of transferring data via ZEISS FORUM into the biometry unit and vice versa . DICOM compatibility : Must be DICOM - compliant to interface with electronic medical record systems i . e . VISTA . Physical and Operational Requirements Must have a compact and ergonomical design . Must include patient positioning features . Adjustable chin rest . Head support for stable measurements . Must be compatible with standard U . S . electrical outlets . Must be FDA - approved for use in ophthalmic biometry and comply with ISO standards for medical devices . Responses : The response must include descriptive literature demonstrating the product meets or exceeds the salient characteristics specified above . The Government ' s intent is to include all ancillary items to ensure the equipment can function as designed by the Original Equipment Manufacturer ( OEM ) and as clinically required . Vendors are encouraged to provide any product solution or configuration so long as they meet the salient characteristics . Additionally , responses can include any additional product that may be beneficial . These items must be clearly identified by brand name and part number . Responses to this Sources Sought Notice shall include the following : Does vendor offer an annual service plan , Yes or No ? If Yes : What does the plan cover ? Does plan cover software updates only ? Does the plan cover parts repair or replacement only ? Does the plan cover both software and parts ? Vendor are requested to provide documentation that shows information on their service plan . Is the service provided by the OEM or a subcontractor ? Full name and address of company DUNS number / CAGE Code / SAM UIE Business Size Manufacturer or Distributor If distributor provide full name , business size and address of manufacturer . Country of Origin designation for all products MUST COMPLETE THIS SECTION Technical Literature that clearly shows product ( s ) meet the identified salient characteristics and page numbers where each salient characteristic is met . Any additional product solution or configuration that would be beneficial to the clinical functionality of the product line identified . Authorized Distributor Letter Certified by OEM with a current date . Although not required , vendors responding to this Sources Sought may also submit a Capabilities Statement .

West Virginia

2026-05-02