6640--Optogenetic Fiber Photometry System

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is procuring an Optogenetic Fiber Photometry System for research use. The solicitation (ID 36C26326Q0809) was posted with a response deadline of September 8, 2026 (12:00 PM Central). The VA awarded the contract to Doric Lenses Inc. on September 1, 2026 for a total amount of $91,239. The award was made via a single‑source justification, indicating that Doric Lenses was the only vendor deemed suitable. No pre‑bid meeting, site visit, or question deadline was specified. The contract falls under NAICS 334516 (Photographic, Optical, and Photographic Equipment Manufacturing). • Solicitation ID: 36C26326Q0809 • Title: Optogenetic Fiber Photometry System (Product Service Code 6640) • Award Amount: $91,239 • Award Date: 09‑01‑2026 • Submission Deadline: 09‑08‑2026 12:00 PM CT (Chicago) • Contracting Office: VA Network Contracting Office 23, Coralville, IA 52241 • Primary Contact: Contracting Specialist Jennifer Watkins‑Schoenig (email & phone provided) • Procurement Method: Sole‑source (single source justification) • NAICS: 334516 – Photographic, Optical, and Photographic Equipment Manufacturing