J065--Hologic Dexa - Emergency Repair | NCO 4
ID: 36C24425Q0244Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF244-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 4 (36C244)PITTSBURGH, PA, 15215, USA

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VETERINARY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (J065)

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https://sam.gov/opp/98e31221848948c8a09c3e8c1c34c052/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole source contract to Hologic, Inc. for emergency repairs to a Bone Density Scanner at the Lebanon VA Medical Center. This urgent procurement aims to ensure operational continuity and safety, as the facility relies exclusively on this equipment for density imaging critical to patient care. The contract will require compliance with federal standards, the use of OEM parts, and completion of repairs within 30 days of award. Interested firms may submit capability statements by January 6, 2025, at 10 AM EST, with all communications directed to Contract Specialist Christine Shockley at Christine.Shockley@va.gov.

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    Christine ShockleyContract Specialist
    (302) 657-1399
    Christine.Shockley@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), through Network Contracting Office 4, plans to award a sole source contract to Hologic, Inc. for urgent emergency repairs to a Bone Density Scanner located at the Lebanon VA Medical Center. The notice emphasizes the critical need to maintain operational continuity and patient care, as the facility solely relies on this equipment for density imaging. Interested firms may submit capability statements by the response deadline of January 6, 2025, at 10 AM EST, but this is not a request for competitive quotations. The procurement will ensure compliance with federal standards, use of OEM parts, and timely repair completion within 30 days of contract award. All communication and submissions should be directed to the designated VA point of contact. This notice underlines the VA's commitment to ensure the safety and functionality of medical equipment, ultimately benefiting patient care in the facility.
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