6515--ACIST CVi Contrast Dye Injector System, Sole Source
ID: 36C26325Q0482Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263)Saint Paul, MN, 55101, USA

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

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

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https://sam.gov/opp/db11edd987f4492aa2bd63a3f91d0e79/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking to award a sole-source Firm-Fixed Price contract for an ACIST CVi Contrast Dye Injector System, specifically intended for the Iowa City VA Health Care System. This procurement includes the unique injector system and a mobile cart that must meet stringent technical specifications, such as precise flow rates, dual-syringe capabilities, and safety features like air detection technology. The acquisition is crucial for enhancing the operational capabilities of the VA's healthcare system, with a total contract value anticipated to be under $250,000. Interested vendors must submit their responses by March 3, 2025, to Contract Specialist Savannah Weberg at savannah.weberg@va.gov, ensuring compliance with the outlined requirements and submission guidelines.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Savannah WebergContract Specialist
    320-252-1670 ext. 4701
    savannah.weberg@va.gov
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    36C26325Q0482.docx
    The document is a Special Notice regarding a Sole Source Firm Fixed-Price Contract for the ACIST CVi Contrast Delivery System, intended for the Department of Veterans Affairs and specifically awarded to B2H Consulting Group. The solicitation number for this contract is 36C26325Q0482, with a response deadline set for March 3, 2025, at 12:00 PM Central Time. Interested parties must email their responses to the Contract Specialist, Savannah Weberg, using the specified subject line for clarity. The contracting office is located in St. Paul, MN, and the notice indicates that no recovery act funds will be utilized for this contract. Additional documentation, including a Notice Intent to Sole Source and a signed redacted justification, is referenced for further details. This notice exemplifies a streamlined procurement process, emphasizing the sole source nature of the contract and ensuring that all communications are directed through official channels to maintain compliance and transparency in government contracting.
    Notice Intent to Sole Source 36C26325Q0482 Contrast Dye Injector.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) plans to issue a Firm-Fixed Price contract to B2H Consulting Group for an ACIST CVi Contrast Dye Injector System under a sole-source procurement. This initiative, guided by FAR regulations, invites capable vendors to submit information to determine the necessity for a competitive procurement. The requirement includes a specific model injector system and accompanying mobile cart, both of which must meet stringent technical specifications such as precise flow rates, dual-syringe capabilities, real-time monitoring, and safety features including air detection technology. The mobile cart must be compact, easy to move, and support AC power. Vendors are required to provide details such as company information, OEM authorization, and socio-economic status in their responses, which must be submitted by March 3, 2025. The VA intends to evaluate all responses collectively, indicating no partial offers will be accepted and that discussions are not anticipated prior to award. This procurement reflects the VA's commitment to enhancing operational capabilities within their healthcare system.
    P03. Sole Source FAR13 Contrast Dye Injector_signed_Redacted.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking to acquire a sole-source contract for an ACIST CVi Contrast Dye Injector System and a mobile cart for the Iowa City VA Health Care System. This acquisition exceeds the micro-purchase threshold but remains under the simplified acquisition threshold of $250,000. The justification for using a single source is based on the unique features of the ACIST CVi system, which include precise control for contrast delivery, multi-use syringe capabilities, air detection technology, and ergonomic control features. Extensive market research was conducted, revealing no alternative suppliers or models that meet the specific requirements. The contracting officer, Joseph Bennett, certified the urgency of this procurement, asserting that only one source is reasonably available and that the justification is complete and accurate. An intent to award this sole-source contract has been posted from February 24 to March 3, 2025. This procurement reflects constraints typically seen in government RFPs where specific equipment is essential for medical operations, emphasizing the need for tailored solutions in government contracting processes.
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