Bid guide
How to bid on Audioscan Verifit 2 systems for the VA
What the VA is buying
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking three Audioscan Verifit 2 hearing aid verification systems, or equivalent products. These systems must be made by a US manufacturer. The Birmingham VA Medical Center will be the recipient of these items.
This is a 100% small business set-aside opportunity. If your firm manufactures or supplies medical instruments, specifically hearing aid verification systems, this could be a suitable bid for you.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on July 23, 2026. If you have questions about this Request for Quote (RFQ), they must be submitted in writing by 12:00 PM ET on August 3, 2026. All questions will be answered through an amendment to the solicitation.
Your complete and signed quote must be emailed to [email protected] by 12:00 PM ET on August 7, 2026. Emailed quotes are the only accepted method of submission, and there is a 4MB email limit. The government reserves the right to make an award based solely on initial quotes received.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is specifically for small businesses. The North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code is 339112, Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing, with a size standard of 1000 employees. Your firm should be able to supply hearing aid verification systems that are manufactured in the United States.
Delivery of the systems is required within 60 days after the contract award, to the Birmingham VA Medical Center in Birmingham, Alabama.
How to respond
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Your quote must include the solicitation number, your company's name, address, and telephone number, and your Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) indicator. You must also provide information necessary for evaluation, respond to any provisions requiring completion, and state your agreement with all terms and conditions. The RFQ must be completed in its entirety, signed, and dated.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Ensure your quote clearly demonstrates that the product offered is either the Audioscan Verifit 2 or an equal product that meets all specifications in the Statement of Need. Emphasize that your product is from a US manufacturer, as this is a specific requirement.
Since the government may award a contract without discussions, your initial offer should contain your best terms. Double-check that all required information is included, that the RFQ is fully completed, signed, and dated, and that your email submission is within the 4MB limit and reaches the designated email address before the deadline. Late submissions are generally not considered.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Veterans Affairs, Department of; the original posting controls.