The Department of Veterans Affairs, through the Connecticut VA Healthcare System and Network Contracting Office 1, intends to negotiate a sole source contract with STERIS Corporation for leasing a Mobile Central Sterile Processing Service (SPS) trailer. The contract, referenced by solicitation number 36C24125Q0273, arises from the necessity to continue services at the West Haven VA Medical Center, ensuring uninterrupted sterile processing capabilities. The procurement is restricted to a single source due to the belief that STERIS is the only entity capable of fulfilling the VA's specific requirements, as per federal acquisition regulations. Interested parties may submit evidence of competitive viability until 10:00 AM EST on March 10, 2025, via email to the designated Contract Specialist, Divianna Mathurin. This notice clarifies that it is not a request for competitive proposals, thereby emphasizing the urgency and critical nature of the requirement for effective healthcare services. The contract's intent is consistent with the government's objective to streamline procurement processes while maintaining high service standards.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking sole source justification under FAR 13.5 for the continuation of services provided by a mobile sterilization processing (SPS) unit at the VA Connecticut Healthcare System in West Haven. The existing contract with STERIS Corporation has been deemed the only viable option as introducing a new unit would necessitate costly modifications to the infrastructure and extensive retraining of staff. The current STERIS mobile trailer has been operational since 2020, ensuring critical services during renovations and equipment failures. The proposed contract spans one base year and four option years, with a total estimated value of over $7.5 million. This acquisition will maintain effective sterilization services vital for patient care, especially during the ongoing construction of the existing sterile processing area. Previous pricing from STERIS provides a benchmark for ensuring that anticipated expenses remain fair and reasonable. The lack of competition in this specialized field further supports the need for restricted solicitation.