Research Engineering Services for Second-Generation Optical Coherence Tomography Systems
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The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Office of Acquisition, Logistics, and Construction, Office of Research and Development, Regional Procurement Office East in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, issued a notice of intent to sole source research engineering services related to veteran ocular health and treatment. The requirement supports the continued development, build, deployment, and technical support of second-generation Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) systems.
According to the notice, the selected contractor would build five second-generation OCT units and support deployment at VA sites in Hines, Illinois; Durham, North Carolina; Iowa City, Iowa; Montana; and Orlando, Florida, with prototype deployment at VA Cleveland. The notice states that the incumbent provider has previously performed developmental work under an approved Innovation Program Grant and possesses the specialized knowledge, design background, and infrastructure needed to maintain continuity across the VA's collaborative research environment.
This is not a solicitation for competitive proposals. However, responsible sources may submit a capability statement and supporting documentation demonstrating the ability to provide equal or better services by July 31, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST. The anticipated NAICS code is 541715 for research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences, and the PSC is R425 for engineering and technical support services.
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Frequently asked questions
- When is the submission deadline?
- Submissions are due July 31, 2026.
- Who is a good fit for this opportunity?
- Biomedical engineering firm with optical imaging or ophthalmic device expertise
- Experience designing, building, and supporting Optical Coherence Tomography systems
- Background in healthcare or clinical research technology deployments
- Capability to manufacture and deploy multiple units across geographically dispersed sites
- Familiarity with Veterans Affairs or other federal research environments
- Strong technical support infrastructure for prototype and fielded medical research equipment
- Mid-sized or larger firm aligned with NAICS 541715 requirements
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