Project Information

Bid Title

6540--SIMULATION EYESI

Issuing Agency

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF

Location

Texas

Published Date

Aug 19, 2026

Closing Date

Aug 20, 2026

Government Level

Federal

Status

Closed

Ref. #

36C25726Q0754

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Notice ID

36C25726Q0754

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VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF

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VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF

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257-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 17 (36C257)

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General Information View Changes

• Contract Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Updated)
• Updated Published Date: Aug 19, 2026 02:47 pm CDT
• Original Published Date: Jul 08, 2026 04:03 pm CDT
• Updated Response Date: Aug 20, 2026 11:00 am CDT
• Original Response Date: Jul 15, 2026 11:00 am CDT
• Inactive Policy: Manual
• Updated Inactive Date: Aug 25, 2026
• Original Inactive Date: Aug 19, 2026
• Initiative:
  • None

Classification View Changes

• Original Set Aside:
• Product Service Code: 6540 - OPHTHALMIC INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES
• NAICS Code:
  • 339115 - Ophthalmic Goods Manufacturing
• Place of Performance:
  Dallas VA Medical Center 4500 S Lancaster Rd. Dallas, TX 75216 Dallas , TX 75216
  USA

Description View Changes

Extension of Sources Sought Announcement

This market research notice is being conducted by Network Contracting Office (NCO) 17- VA South Texas (VASTHCS) facilities. The contractor shall provide all equipment as listed in the Equipment Description section below, meeting all specifications for the purpose of the addition of a Haag Streit Simulation Eyesi Surgical Complete System for surgical service and located at the Dallas VA Medical Center which is part of the VA North Texas Healthcare System (VANTXHCS). Description of Work The contractor shall provide all required equipment listed in the Equipment Description section below in brand new condition to the Dallas VA Medical Center for the surgical waste management systems in accordance with the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specifications.

Haag Streit Simulation Eyesi Surgical Complete System- Brand Name or Equal

Salient Characteristics

1. System Purpose & Intended Use

• Must be a virtual‑reality surgical training simulator designed specifically for ophthalmic intraocular surgery training, including cataract and vitreoretinal surgical procedures.

• Must provide high‑fidelity tactile, visual, and instrument‑tissue interaction simulation appropriate for ophthalmology surgical education.

• System must support structured curriculum‑based surgical training, progressing from basic skills to full procedures with complication scenarios.

2. Physical Characteristics

• Dimensions must be approximately:

– 1380 mm (H) x 1170 mm (W) x 720 mm (D) – or equal form factor allowing equivalent installation footprint.

• Adjustable operating table height approx. 610–860 mm.

• System materials must include medical‑grade simulation models, precision‑machined surgical hardware, and durable microscope and display systems.

3. Power & Environmental Requirements

• Must support 100/120/230–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz power ranges.

• Operating temperature range must allow correct operation between 10–30 °C (50–86 °F).

4. Surgical Simulation Capabilities

Microscopy & Visualization

• Must include a binocular microscope with precision stereo‑visualization for high‑resolution surgical field imaging.

• Must support variable microscope focus and zoom, controlled via foot pedal.

• Optional or equal 55" OLED 3D heads‑up display system with stereoscopic visualization capability.

Instrument Handling & OR Machine Functions

• Must use lifelike surgical handpieces inserted through simulated ocular incisions, supporting cataract and retinal instrument sets (forceps, visco cannula, cystotome, phaco probe, endolaser, vitrector, infusion selections, etc.).

• Must replicate common OR phaco/vitrectomy machine functions including:

– Venturi pump,

– Peristaltic pump,

– Two‑axis foot pedal for full fluidics control.

Physical / Tissue Interaction Simulation

• Must simulate real‑time tissue behavior including deformation, tearing, cracking, fluid dynamics, red reflex changes, and retinal distortions.

5. Training Curriculum & Software Requirements

• Must include validated, structured modules for:

– Capsulorhexis

– Hydrodissection

– Phacoemulsification

– Irrigation/Aspiration

– IOL insertion

– Posterior segment surgical tasks

– Complication management

– Abstract tasks to reinforce microsurgical motor skills

• Must include integrated performance evaluation capturing instrument handling, microscope use, surgical efficiency, tissue handling metrics, and detailed post‑task scoring for learner feedback.

• Must be compatible with VRmNet or equal cloud‑based training management environment allowing instructor oversight and performance tracking.

6. System Operation Principles

• Must provide a fully immersive VR environment that allows training without risk to real patients.

• Must include software capable of simulating variable cataract densities, zonular conditions, hydrodissection quality, incision boundary zones, etc.

• Must provide modules allowing a continuous fluid training experience, transitioning between phaco, chopping, divide‑and‑conquer, and I&A techniques seamlessly.

7. Safety & Operational Restrictions

• System must only be operated within manufacturer‑specified environmental conditions (10–30 °C).

• System must include biomedical safety documentation and training capability by manufacturer‑authorized personnel (or equal).

8. Intended End‑Item Application (for Government Use)

• High‑fidelity surgical VR simulator used for ophthalmology resident training in cataract and vitreoretinal surgery.

• Must be compliant with OEM specifications required for clinical education environments at VA medical

Responses shall include: Business Name Business Address Point of Contact Name Phone Number E-mail Address SAM UID Number Currently registered in SAM (Yes or No). If Yes, provide expiration date. NAICS code Business Size: Small or Large Type of Business: Service-Disabled Veteran Owned (SDVOSB), Veteran Owned (VOSB), 8(a), HUBZone, Woman-Owned (WOSB), etc. GSA or VA FSS Contract Number, if applicable Indicate the equipment/supplies manufacturer and country. All businesses eligible to provide these supplies are encouraged to reply as this information may be used to determine potential set-asides for the above-noted requirement. Send responses to both the Contract Specialist. Contract Specialist: Mr. Rafael Rodriguez at Rafael.Rodriguez2@va.gov Responses in the email subject line shall state: 36C25726Q0754, Sources Sought Notice Responses due date: 08/20/2026- 11:00 AM CT DISCLAIMER: This notice is issued solely for informational and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation. Responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Department of Veterans Affairs to form a binding contract. Respondents are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this notice.

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Contact Information

Contracting Office Address

• 5441 Babcock Road Suite 302
• San Antonio , TX 78240
• USA

Primary Point of Contact

• Rafael Rodriguez
• Rafae.Rodriguez2@va.gov
• Phone Number 787-781-8700

Secondary Point of Contact

History

• Aug 19, 2026 02:47 pm CDTSources Sought (Updated)
• Jul 29, 2026 04:10 pm CDT Sources Sought (Updated)
• Jul 08, 2026 04:03 pm CDT Sources Sought (Original)

Commodity Codes

• FSC 65Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies

• NAICS 339115Ophthalmic Goods Manufacturing

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