Bid guide
How to bid on Surgical Lights with HD Wireless Camera for VA Boston
What the VA is buying and why it matters
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is looking for domestically manufactured surgical lights for the Boston VA Medical Center. These lights are needed for the renovation of the Electrophysiology Lab.
The required system must include a fully Cardanic surgical light with endoscopy function, an HD wireless camera, and a remote control. It also needs to be delivered and installed, and must be compatible with the existing Philips fluoroscopy system and Portegra2 mounting equipment. This is a sources-sought notice, which means the VA is gathering information about available products, not placing a purchase order at this time.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This is a Request for Information (RFI) with a deadline of August 15, 2026, at 4:30 PM ET. By this date, interested vendors should submit their responses.
The deadline is for submitting information to the VA to help them understand the market for these domestically manufactured surgical lights. This is not a bid submission for a contract, but rather an opportunity to inform the VA's future procurement decisions.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for manufacturers or distributors of healthcare equipment, specifically surgical lighting systems. Firms that can provide domestically manufactured products meeting the detailed salient characteristics are encouraged to respond.
Vendors specializing in medical imaging and surgical equipment, particularly those with products compatible with Philips fluoroscopy systems and Portegra2 mounting, will find this relevant.
How to respond to this RFI
To access the full details and respond, you will need to view the original source on the government portal. You may need to click the link twice if the first click takes you to the portal's homepage.
While some documents may be viewable without an account, many opportunities require a free account to access all attachments and submit a response. Be sure to review the attached Sources Sought Document for complete salient characteristics and any specific submission instructions.
Practical tips for a competitive response
When responding to a sources-sought notice, focus on clearly demonstrating how your product meets all the specified salient characteristics. Provide detailed information about your product's features, capabilities, and domestic manufacturing status.
Highlight compatibility with the existing Philips fluoroscopy system and Portegra2 mounting equipment. Even though this is not a bid, a thorough and well-organized response can position your company favorably for future solicitations related to this requirement.
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.
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