J065--GE CCW Software Maintenance | Base Intent to Sole Source
ID: 36C25025Q0154Type: 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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https://sam.gov/opp/7de0b8e12f9e40a88a4501c50199e025/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to negotiate a sole source, Firm-Fixed Price contract with GE Healthcare for the maintenance of the Cincinnati GE Healthcare Enterprise Imaging Software. This procurement is specifically aimed at ensuring continued support and service for the Cincinnati VA located at 3200 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH, which is crucial for maintaining the technological infrastructure that supports veteran healthcare services. Interested contractors may submit capabilities statements by December 13, 2024, at 8:00 AM Eastern Time, but the government will not reimburse any costs incurred in response to this notice. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Christopher T. Council, the Contracting Officer, at Christopher.Council@va.gov or by phone at 216-447-8300.

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    Christopher T. CouncilContracting Officer
    (216) 447-8300
    Christopher.Council@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a Special Notice regarding its intent to negotiate a sole source contract with GE Healthcare for a maintenance agreement concerning Cincinnati's GE Healthcare Enterprise Imaging Software. The contract, valued as a Firm-Fixed Price agreement, pertains specifically to the Cincinnati VA location at 3200 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH. This announcement fulfills the FAR guidelines for public contract action notifications, clarifying that it does not invite formal quotes, although capabilities statements may be submitted. Interested parties must submit their responses by December 13, 2024, at 8:00 AM Eastern Time. The notice emphasizes that the government will not cover expenses incurred by responses. This initiative demonstrates the VA's focused approach in maintaining its technological services through a specialized provider, ensuring continued support for veteran healthcare needs.
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