Description
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking a sole source procurement for an ophthalmic surgical simulation system. The system must be a fully integrated, high-fidelity ophthalmic surgical simulator that supports cataract and vitreoretinal surgical training, provides validated performance metrics, includes haptic feedback, and aligns with current patient safety and competency-based training standards. The system should have realistic microsurgical visualization and tissue interaction modeling, integrated haptic handpieces, structured training pathways, and real-time performance scoring.
Some key features of the system include:
• Realistic microsurgical visualization and tissue interaction modeling
• Integrated haptic handpieces replicating intraocular resistance
• Structured, multi-level ophthalmic training pathways
• Real-time performance scoring and longitudinal trainee tracking
• A self-contained workstation including installed software, components, and on-site training
The VA believes that only one responsible source can provide a system meeting the minimum essential characteristics listed in the Statement of Need. However, any vendor that believes they can provide a product equal in functionality, capability, and training value is encouraged to submit supporting documentation.