Bid guide
How to bid on X-Ray Equipment & Supplies for the Department of Veterans Affairs
What the VA is buying and why it matters
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking X-ray equipment and supplies. This is an important opportunity for vendors because it is an ongoing solicitation, meaning you can submit an offer at any time. Contracts awarded will be for a five-year period.
The VA is looking to establish multiple award, fixed-price, indefinite delivery-indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contracts. These contracts will also include Economic Price Adjustment (EPA) provisions.
Key dates and deadlines
This solicitation, RFP-797-655a-03-0001-R6, is issued on an open and continuous basis. This means there is no specific closing date for receiving offers, and new offers can be submitted at any time. The solicitation was published on June 30, 2026.
While there is no closing date, contract performance will begin on the effective date of award and will last for five years, unless the contract is canceled, terminated, or extended.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for businesses that supply X-ray equipment and related supplies. It falls under Federal Supply Schedule FSC Group 6525, Federal Supply Schedule 65 V A. If your firm specializes in healthcare equipment, particularly diagnostic imaging, this could be a good fit.
Vendors capable of providing a consistent supply of these items over a five-year period will find this beneficial.
How to respond
To access the solicitation, you will need to click “View original source” on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid.
You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all the necessary documents, though this is not always required for every bid.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Given this is an IDIQ contract with EPA provisions, ensure your pricing strategy is competitive and clearly outlines how economic adjustments will be handled. Highlight your capacity to meet the VA's needs consistently over a five-year term.
Carefully review all requirements for Federal Supply Schedule 65 V A for X-Ray Equipment and Supplies. Provide comprehensive documentation of your products and services, demonstrating compliance with all specifications. Since this is an open and continuous solicitation, you have the flexibility to refine your offer before submission.
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.