6515--SOURCES SOUGHT - 3D Bioprinter for Research Project for the Iowa City VA Healthcare System

The Department of Veterans Affairs (Iowa City VA Healthcare System Research Department) is issuing Sources‑Sought RFI 36C26326Q0401 to determine whether any commercial vendor can supply a 3‑D bioprinter capable of producing human corneal endothelial grafts for renewable endothelial keratoplasty transplants. The agency seeks to verify that the currently identified printer is not the sole source; the printer must support integration with external objects such as hard contact lenses or other cellular delivery vehicles based on individual eye measurements. This RFI replaces a prior notice that used an incorrect NAICS code and is classified under NAICS 334516 (Size Standard 1,000) and PSC 6515. Respondents must submit, by 5:00 PM CT on Thursday March 5 2026, an email to Joseph.Bennett@va.gov with the subject line “VA RFI 36C26326Q0401” that includes: (1) brand, model/model number and descriptive literature for the proposed bioprinter; (2) company name, SAM UEI, primary contact name, phone and email; (3) business size classification (large, small, SDVOSB, VOSB, HUBZone, 8(a), WOSB, or SDVOSB); (4) indication of any applicable GSA Schedule contract (number and expiration); and, for socio‑economic small businesses, responses to the non‑manufacturer rule questions. All business sizes are invited to respond. This RFI is for information only and does not constitute a solicitation.

Notice ID

0489a26aa610476e8988ec0299204402

Solicitation Number

36C26326Q0401

NAICS Code

334516

Classification Code

6515