Bid guide
How to bid on NX EQ Hemodynamic Monitor for the Department of Veterans Affairs
What the VA is buying and why it matters
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking Becton Dickinson HemoSphere Alta hemodynamic monitors and accessories, or equal products. These are portable bedside monitors used to measure and monitor cardiac output and other hemodynamic functions in patients. The VA intends to award a single contract for a 12-month base period with four 12-month option periods.
This is a national contract, meaning the awarded vendor will supply these monitors to VA medical centers and facilities across the country. Orders will be placed in writing, specifying delivery locations, dates, and exact quantities. This opportunity is significant for vendors who can supply this specialized medical equipment to a large healthcare system.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The solicitation was published on September 01, 2026. If you have questions about this opportunity, they must be submitted via email by September 15, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time. No questions will be accepted after this deadline, and no phone calls will be accepted.
Offers are due by September 29, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time. Offers must be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist and Contracting Officer. The government reserves the right to award the contract without discussions, so ensure your initial offer is complete and competitive.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for businesses that manufacture or supply medical and surgical instruments, specifically cardiac output bedside monitors. The North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 339112, Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing, with a size standard of 1,000 employees. This is a full and open procurement, meaning all eligible businesses can compete.
Vendors must be able to provide either the specified Becton Dickinson brand name product or an 'equal' product that meets all salient characteristics and requirements outlined in the solicitation. The contract requires a vendor capable of fulfilling orders for VA medical centers nationwide over a potential five-year period.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full solicitation details and attachments, you will need to view the original source on the portal. You may need a free account to view all documents, though this is not always required.
All interested offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to submitting a proposal. Your offer must include terms for cost/price and technical capabilities. If offering an 'equal' product, you must provide a description reflecting its salient characteristics. Ensure you quote for all Contract Line-Item Numbers (CLINs) listed in ATTACHMENT A PRICE COST SCHEDULE - NX EQ HEMODYNAMIC MONITORS.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review all attachments, especially ATTACHMENT A PRICE COST SCHEDULE, ATTACHMENT C CONTRACT CLAUSES, and ATTACHMENT D SOLICITATION PROVISIONS. These documents contain critical details regarding pricing, contract terms, and evaluation criteria. Your offer must comply with all provisions and clauses, including those from the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Overhaul.
Since the government may award without discussions, your initial proposal should be as strong and complete as possible. Clearly demonstrate how your product, whether brand name or equal, meets all specified requirements. Ensure your SAM registration is active and up-to-date before the offer deadline.
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.