NOTICE OF THE INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE:
THIS IS A NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE. This notice is prepared in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 5.101 Pre-solicitation Notice. This announcement constitutes the only notice and synopsis of the proposed action.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Strategic Acquisition Center (SAC), on behalf of the Veterans Health Administration (VHA), Equipment Life Cycle Management (ELCM) Program intends to award Firm Fixed Price (FFP) sole source award for the procurement of Medtronic Bravo Relfux Testing System Recorder: Recorders, Physiologic, pH, Upper Gastrointestinal Tract and associated service plans with Medtronic INC, 710 Medtronic PKWY, Minneapolis, MN 55432.
The applicable North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code 339112 Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing is most appropriate for this requirement. The size standard is 1,000 employees The Product Service Code (PSC) is 6515 Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies.
The statutory authority permitting other than full and open competition is 41 U.S.C. 1901, as implemented by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 12.102(b).
Interested parties may identify their interest and capability to respond to this requirement. Supporting information must be furnished in sufficient detail to demonstrate the ability to comply with the requirements. Telephone requests will not be honored. Submissions for this notice shall be submitted by email no later than May 28, 2026, 5:00 PM Eastern to all the following:
Kyle.franks@va.gov
Felicia.demita@va.gov
Responses received will be reviewed; however, a determination by the Government not to compete the proposed procurement based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. No cost to the government will arise as a result of contractor submissions of responses to this announcement or the government use of such information.
Contract Line-Item Numbers (CLIN):
Contract Line Items
Manufacturer
Part Number
Description
0001
Medtronic
FGS-0634
Bravo CF Reflux Recorder
0002
Medtronic
FGS-0306
Bravo Vacuum Pump (110V) Medela brand pump
0003
Medtronic
FGS-0309
Bravo Vacuum Pump Kit Includes silicone tubing with coupling, 180 cm tubing (no fingertip control), 0.25 L canister, and lid with overflow protection
0004
Medtronic
ASM-0550-01
Carry Case for BR2 Receiver Case only; straps sold separately USD 31.00
0005
Medtronic
FGS-0340
Bravo Vacuum Pump Tubes (10-pack) For Medela brand pump
0006
Medtronic
FGS-0493
Calibration Stand Bravo/Digitrapper Includes four 2793 tubes (250 mm x 18 mm)
0007
Medtronic
FGS-0687
Bravo Pump Virus Filters (10-pack)
0008
Medtronic
FGS-0516
Bravo pH Recorder Straps (5-pack)
0009
Medtronic
FGS-0656
Reflux Software v6.1 Includes 10 licenses: for use with Bravo Calibration-Free (CF)
0010
Medtronic
PSP-0023-LF
15W AC-DC Adaptor with Mini USB Plug
0011
Medtronic
PSP-0024-LF
Wall charger: plug adapter sold separately
0012
Medtronic
WIR-0075-LF
Interchangeable AC Plug Kit
0013
Medtronic
80263
Includes EU, UK, Australia, and US adapters
0014
Medtronic
80264
USB 1.1 Cable (A Male to B Mini, 1 m) USB cable only
0015
Medtronic
80265
Reflux Recorder 1 Year Service Plan
0016
Medtronic
80268
Service Plan Reflux Recorder 1 Year, First Recorder
0017
Medtronic
80269
Reflux Recorder 2 Year Service Plan Service Plan Reflux Recorder 2 Year, First Recorder (Bravo or Digitrapper)
0018
Medtronic
80270
Reflux Recorder 3 Year Service Plan Service Plan Reflux Recorder 3 Year, First Recorder
The following details are applicable salient characteristics: CLIN 0001 - 0018 applies to SC 1-7 for Medtronic Bravo Relfux Testing System Recorder: Recorders, Physiologic, pH, Upper Gastrointestinal Tract:
SC #
SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS
METHOD OF EVALUATION
SC 1
FDA Clearance 510K required
Literature Review
SC 2
Calibration-Free pH wireless Sensor Technology
Literature Review
SC 3
Extended 96-Hour recording capability or better
Literature Review
SC 4
Must be a wearable wireless external receiver capable of uninterrupted data collection
Literature Review
SC 5
Receivers shall allow patients to record symptoms, meals, and body position changes
Literature Review
SC 6
system shall include manufacturer-provided reflux analysis software specifically designed for use with the recorder
Literature Review
SC 7
Must include Service Plans for the repair, maintenance and updating of system and software
Literature Review
THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTATION/PROPOSAL. THE GOVERNMENT IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH RESPONDING TO THIS NOTICE.