J065--ViewRay - MRIdian A3i Service Agreement
ID: 36C25025Q0202Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF250-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 10 (36C250)DAYTON, OH, 45428, 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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    The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 10, intends to negotiate a sole-source service agreement with ViewRay Systems Inc. for the ViewRay MRIdian A3i Service Contract. This procurement is justified under Simplified Acquisition Procedures, citing FAR 6.302-1, which indicates that only ViewRay can fulfill the specific requirements of this service. The MRIdian A3i system is critical for medical applications, and the government believes that ViewRay possesses the unique capabilities necessary to meet these needs effectively. Interested parties may submit capability statements to the contracting officer, Chad Kemper, at chad.kemper@va.gov by 2 PM EST on December 27, 2024, although competitive proposals will not be solicited.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Chad KemperContracting Officer
    (937) 268-6511 ext. 4541
    chad.kemper@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 10, is issuing a special notice for a sole-source service agreement with ViewRay Systems Inc. for the ViewRay MRIdian A3i Service Contract. The agency intends to negotiate under Simplified Acquisition Procedures, justified by FAR 6.302-1, asserting that only ViewRay can fulfill this specific requirement. Interested parties may submit capability statements until the specified response date of December 27, 2024, but competitive proposals will not be solicited. The notice emphasizes that all submissions must demonstrate the ability to meet the contract requirements to be considered. Further interactions should be directed to the contracting officer, Chad Kemper, via the provided email. This document reflects both a specific procurement action and the government's initiative to streamline operations through targeted contracting efforts.
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