6515 - CARTO 3 Hybrid Bulk Catheter & Generator
Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF250-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 10 (36C250)DAYTON, OH, 45428, USA

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

PSC

MEDICAL AND SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6515)
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking to negotiate a sole source contract for the acquisition of the CARTO 3 Hybrid Bulk Catheter and Generator, which is essential for enhancing medical services at the Richard Roudebush VA Medical Center in Indianapolis, Indiana. This procurement is aimed at obtaining advanced mapping capabilities, including 2D, 3D, and 4D technologies, from the designated vendor, Biosense Webster, which is uniquely qualified to fulfill this requirement. Responses to this notice must demonstrate that competition would benefit the government and must be submitted by 1:00 PM EST on March 13, 2025, via email to the primary contact, Dwight Petsche, at dwight.petsche@va.gov. The government emphasizes the importance of adhering to the outlined communication protocol and intends to streamline the procurement process for this specialized medical equipment.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Dwight Petsche
    (000) 000-0000
    (000) 000-0000
    dwight.petsche@va.gov
    Not Applicable
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the VA Healthcare System and Network 10 Contracting Office, plans to negotiate a sole source contract for the acquisition of the CARTO 3 Hybrid Bulk Catheter and Generator equipment, citing FAR Part 6.302-1, which allows for procurement from a single responsible source. The designated vendor for this supply contract is Biosense Webster, located in Diamond Bar, CA. The CARTO 3 System provides advanced mapping capabilities including 2D, 3D, and 4D technologies, crucial for enhancing medical services at the Richard Roudebush VA Medical Center in Indianapolis, IN. Notably, the announcement indicates a trade-in credit for existing equipment. The government asserts that this vendor is uniquely qualified to fulfill the requirement and intends to proceed without a competitive solicitation. Responses to this notice must demonstrate that competition would benefit the government, and must be submitted by 1:00 PM EST on March 13, 2025, via email. The notice excludes telephonic inquiries, emphasizing the importance of the outlined communication protocol. This document illustrates the government's intent to streamline procurement for specialized medical equipment to enhance healthcare delivery.
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