The Department of Veterans Affairs is planning to request proposals for a Sole Source, Firm-Fixed-Price Contract with Precision X-Ray, Inc. for preventive maintenance of the Precision Xray X-Rad 320 device, utilized in research at the Portland VA Medical Center. This acquisition falls under the NAICS code 811210 and is intended to ensure specialized maintenance, as the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) does not authorize third-party service providers. The contract would be for a one-time service and is projected to be awarded on November 27, 2024. The government aims to publicize this contract action in compliance with FAR regulations, stating that this notice is not a solicitation for competitive proposals. Responses will be considered solely for future procurement insights, and no compensation will be granted for information submitted. The notice serves as a formal indication of the government's intent to negotiate and award the contract to Precision X-Ray, Inc. for this specific need.
The document outlines the justification for a single-source procurement by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for a one-time preventative maintenance service on the X-Rad X-Ray equipment at the Portland VA Medical Center. Citing regulatory compliance with FAR 13.106-1(b), the justification indicates that Precision X-Ray, Inc. is the sole provider due to proprietary rights over necessary parts, technology, and service manuals. Market research conducted revealed no alternative vendors capable of fulfilling this specific requirement, with past contracts awarded to Precision for similar services confirming price reasonableness. The contracting officer, Gregory G. Watson, has certified the justification's accuracy, supported by Krystal Weeks, the branch chief. This procurement decision is positioned as being in the best interest of the government, ensuring that the equipment remains operational and aligns with the manufacturer’s specifications.