AN41--Intent to Sole Source - Duke University MRI Service

The Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 6 issued an intent‑to‑sole‑source notice indicating that it plans to procure neuroimaging and data‑analytics services from Duke University for the VA healthcare system. The procurement is carried out under FAR 6.302‑1 and FAR 12.102, with a strict prohibition on gray‑market medical equipment and a requirement that any related OEM items be sourced from authorized distributors. Interested parties were invited to submit capability statements by 10 a.m. EST on 31 August 2026; no formal solicitation will be released. • Scope: Neuroimaging (MRI) and associated data‑analytics services, classified under NAICS 541714 (Research & Development in Biotechnology). • Procurement method: Sole‑source award to Duke University, with the VA retaining discretion to abandon the effort based on responses. • Compliance: Vendor must be an OEM‑authorized supplier for any medical‑equipment components; gray‑market items are prohibited and subject to contract termination. • Contact: VA Contract Specialist Rachel Watkins (email provided; phone inquiries not accepted). • No budget, performance period, or award amount disclosed in the notice.