AN11--Research Services Reports Comparing Hip Prosthesis Device Development
ID: 36C24E25Q0049Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFRPO EAST (36C24E)PITTSBURGH, PA, 15212, USA

NAICS

Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities (541720)

PSC

HEALTH R&D SERVICES; HEALTH CARE SERVICES; BASIC RESEARCH (AN11)

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https://sam.gov/opp/420e8db76e424973915c6294f536367c/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to negotiate a sole source contract with Medical Device Development for research services focused on evaluating hip prostheses. This contract, set for a firm fixed price over a three-month period, aims to compare subject and predicate prostheses using both synthetic and human cadaveric bones for the San Francisco VA Healthcare System, as mandated by the FDA to ensure safety prior to clinical use. Continuing the partnership with Medical Device Development, which previously conducted similar evaluations, is essential for maintaining project consistency and avoiding delays. Interested parties may contact the Contracting Officer, Ann Marie Stewart, at annmarie.stewart@va.gov or by phone at 401-919-0878 for further inquiries, noting that no solicitation will be published on SAM.gov.

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    Ann Marie StewartContracting Officer
    (401) 919-0878
    annmarie.stewart@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is announcing its intent to negotiate a sole source contract with Medical Device Development for research services related to hip prosthesis evaluations. This contract will be for a firm fixed price over three months, focusing on comparing subject and predicate prostheses using synthetic and cadaveric bones for the San Francisco VA Healthcare System. The FDA mandates these evaluations to ensure safety before clinical use. Continuing the partnership with Medical Device Development, which previously conducted a similar evaluation under competitive conditions, is crucial for project consistency. The decision to forgo competitive procurement aligns with FAR 6.302.1-1 guidelines, emphasizing the need for a single responsible source. No solicitation will be published on SAM.gov as a result. Interested parties can reach out to the Contracting Officer for inquiries.
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