6515--Notice of Intent to Sole Source Arietta 750 US Monitor
ID: 36C25625Q0168Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF256-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 16 (36C256)RIDGELAND, MS, 39157, USA

NAICS

Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510)

PSC

MEDICAL AND SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6515)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to negotiate a sole source contract with FUJIFILM Healthcare Americas Corporation for the procurement of an Arietta 750 ultrasound monitor, which is essential for operations at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston, Texas. This specialized equipment is required due to its unique specifications and the necessity for OEM-authorized parts, as the existing monitor has display issues that need urgent repair. The anticipated award date for this Firm-Fixed Price contract is December 6, 2024, and interested parties must submit their capabilities in writing to Contract Specialist Frank Sanders at frank.sanders1@va.gov by November 15, 2023, at 15:00 PM Central Standard Time.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Frank SandersContract Specialist
    (713) 791-1414
    frank.sanders1@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to procure a sole source contract from FUJIFILM Healthcare Americas Corporation for an Arietta 750 ultrasound monitor. The contract falls under the provisions of 41 U.S.C. §3304(a)(1) and FAR 6.302-1, justifying that only one responsible source can meet the agency's requirement due to the specialized nature of the equipment. It will be utilized at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston, Texas. No competitive solicitation will be issued, but interested parties may express their capabilities by responding by November 15, 2023. The anticipated award date for the contract is December 6, 2024, and all responses must be submitted in writing to the specified point of contact, Frank Sanders. This notice serves primarily to inform potential suppliers of the procurement decision and gather evidence on the ability to meet the stated requirement, paving the way for a possible competitive procurement if warranted.
    The Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Affairs Medical Center (MEDVAMC) requires the repair of an Arietta 750 ultrasound display monitor due to internal cracking and display issues. The selected contractor must furnish labor, parts, and equipment to complete the repair within a maximum of seven days, utilizing an OEM-authorized part and certified technicians. The contractor is responsible for providing documentation of prior similar work, ensuring all parts are new and certified. Scheduled repairs should occur during normal working hours, and coordination with the designated Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) is essential. The repair services will not be conducted during federal holidays, and the contractor will be restricted from accessing VA computers or patient health information. This statement of work outlines the expectations and requirements for a government contract, ensuring compliance and security while addressing equipment repair needs at the VA facility. The document emphasizes the necessity for proper documentation and certification of all personnel and equipment involved in the repair process.
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