Description
The Department of Veterans Affairs, James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital is seeking to procure a Fraxel FTX laser system for a new Dermatology Laser Clinic that will support oncology rehabilitation patients. Because Bausch Health is the sole manufacturer and distributor of this specific dual‑wavelength laser, the VA intends to award the contract without competition under FAR 13.106‑1. Vendors may still submit capability statements and documentation of equivalent or superior products by the September 15, 2026 deadline, but the VA may proceed with a sole‑source award if no satisfactory alternative is provided.
• Purpose: Equip a VA dermatology clinic with a Fraxel FTX laser for treating radiation‑induced fibrosis, scarring, pigmentation, textural issues, and burn‑scar management.
• Procurement Method: Intent to sole‑source; non‑competitive award to Bausch Health unless a qualified equivalent is demonstrated.
• Product: Fraxel FTX fractional laser (ablative & non‑ablative, dual‑wavelength).
• Required Submission: Capability statement, product brochure/spec sheet, and proof of equivalency/superiority (clinical data, FDA clearance, etc.) by 10:00 AM ET, September 15, 2026 via email.
• Contact: Contracting Officer Marcus Lewis (email & phone above).
• NAICS: 334510 (Electromedical & Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing).
• Estimated Contract Value: Approximately $150k–$300k for a single laser system and associated accessories.