LOCUM - Urology Cryoablation Services - 614 POP: 3/1/25 - 2/28/30 UCD 2/28/30   4

The VA has a requirement to provide cryosurgical equipment and all related cryosurgical disposable probes required to perform cryosurgical procedures, ultrasound equipment, and a technician trained in the services and operation of the CryoCare CS or Cryo 20 unit as required to perform targeted cryoablation of the prostate (TCAP) procedures for the treatment of localized adenocarcinoma of the prostate. The contractor shall make the CryoCare CS or Cryo 20 unit and technician available to the VAMC Surgical Service Urology Department in accordance with a schedule mutually agreed upon between the parties. The VA Nurse Liaison will contact the contractor with a schedule and provide approximately 3-4 weeks advance notice. In the event the facility requires the use of the Unit at an unforeseen time other than those scheduled, contractor will make every effort to provide the Unit to the facility upon 48 hours advance notice from facility personnel. A standby fee of 50% of the total cost of the procedure will be paid for any case not cancelled within 24 hours of advanced notice. Exception shall apply when two cases are scheduled for the same day and one case requires cancelling, no standby charges will be assessed.

Contract Specialist is Samantha Shackelford; Samantha.shackelford@va.gov

Background
The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Network Contracting Office 9, is issuing this solicitation for Urology Cryoablation Services to support the Lt. Col Luke Weathers Jr. VA Medical Center located in Memphis, TN. The goal of this contract is to provide necessary cryosurgical services for eligible beneficiaries, ensuring high-quality medical care in alignment with established standards.

Work Details
The contractor shall provide onsite Urology Cryoablation Services, which includes the following tasks:

1. Furnishing all personnel necessary to perform cryosurgical procedures including ultrasound equipment and a trained technician for operation of the CryoCare CS or Cryo 20 unit.

2. Performing targeted cryoablation of the prostate for treatment of localized adenocarcinoma.

3. Ensuring compliance with various VA directives and policies related to healthcare resources and patient advocacy.

4. Providing all required cryosurgical equipment and disposable probes.

5. Adhering to standards set by the American Urological Association and The Joint Commission (TJC).

6. Documenting care in accordance with VHA Handbook 1907.01 and maintaining confidentiality as per HIPAA regulations.

Period of Performance
The period of performance for this contract is from March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2030.

Place of Performance
Services will be performed at the Lt. Col Luke Weathers Jr. VA Medical Center, located at 1030 Jefferson Avenue, Memphis, TN 38104.