Q702--Notice of Intent to Sole Source | Preventative Maintenance and Service Repair for the Philips N90 R/F X-Ray Machine at Billings VA Outpatient Clinic | Philips Healthcare
ID: 36C25925Q0176Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 19 (36C259)Greenwood Village, CO, 80111, USA

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

TECHNICAL MEDICAL SUPPORT (Q702)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/738e19ffdb5241c8b97732223d18e7e1/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole source contract to Philips Healthcare for the preventative maintenance and service repair of the Philips N90 R/F X-Ray machine at the Billings VA Outpatient Clinic in Montana. This procurement is necessitated by the proprietary nature of Philips Healthcare’s radiology systems, which designates them as the sole authorized provider for these essential services. The contract is part of a larger Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) agreement and is scheduled to run from March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2026. Interested parties may express their capabilities to meet this requirement by February 10, 2025, by contacting Contract Specialist Karly Morris at Karly.Morris@va.gov, although the VA retains the discretion to not seek competitive bids.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Karly MorrisContract Specialist
    (000) 000-0000
    Karly.Morris@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announces its intent to award a sole source contract to Philips Healthcare for preventative maintenance and service repair of the Philips N90 R/F X-Ray machine at the Billings VA Outpatient Clinic in Montana. This contract is based on the proprietary nature of Philips Healthcare’s radiology systems, as they are the sole authorized providers for necessary services. The performance period is set from March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2026, and is related to a larger Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with Philips. Interested parties may express their capabilities to meet this requirement by the deadline of February 10, 2025, although the VA retains the discretion to not seek competitive bids. The document outlines the relevant contracting details, including the contacts and regulations underlining the procurement process, reinforcing the confidentiality and non-competitive nature of this solicitation. This action reflects the VA's commitment to maintaining operational equipment for veteran healthcare services while adhering to procurement regulations.
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