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 is looking for information from suppliers of domestically manufactured surgical lights. These lights must include endoscopy capability, an HD wireless camera, and remote control. The VA Boston Medical Center needs these for renovations to its Electrophysiology Lab.
This is a sources-sought notice, not a request for proposals or a purchase contract. The VA is trying to determine if there are domestically manufactured items that can meet their specific needs. Responding to this notice allows your company to show the VA that you can provide the required equipment, which could lead to future bidding opportunities.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This RFI was published on July 31, 2026. Responses are due by August 15, 2026, at 4:30 PM ET. This is a firm deadline.
At the deadline, the VA will stop accepting submissions. They will then review the information received to understand the market for domestically manufactured surgical lights that meet their specifications. This information will help them plan for a potential future solicitation.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for manufacturers and suppliers of medical equipment, specifically surgical lights. Your firm should specialize in healthcare technology and be able to provide domestically manufactured items.
Key requirements include endoscopy function, an HD wireless camera, remote control, and compatibility with existing Philips fluoroscopy systems. The lights must also be mountable on an existing Portegra2 rail, trolley, and cable spooler. Firms with experience in installation at medical facilities are also well-suited.
How to respond to this RFI
To access the full details of this solicitation, you need to go to the original source portal. Click the 'View original source' link. 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 attached documents, though this is not always required for every bid. Once you have reviewed the attached sources sought document, prepare your response according to the instructions provided within it.
Tips for a competitive response
Since this is a sources-sought notice, focus on clearly demonstrating your ability to meet all salient characteristics. Emphasize that your product is domestically manufactured and detail how it fulfills each specific requirement, such as endoscopy capability, HD wireless camera, and remote control.
Clearly explain how your surgical light system is compatible with the existing Philips fluoroscopy system and how it can be mounted on the specified Portegra2 components. Provide any relevant specifications or data sheets that support your claims. Even though this is not a bid for a contract, a thorough and well-organized response can position your company favorably for future solicitations.
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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