6515--Intent to sole source Altrix Warming/Cooling Blankets
ID: 36C24925Q0269Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF249-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 9 (36C249)MURFREESBORO, TN, 37129, 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/aef07029db5943b0903fd24d0c71d5d4/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to sole source cooling blankets specifically for the Altrix system from STRYKER CORP, located in Portage, MI. This procurement is necessary as STRYKER CORP is the only authorized provider of these proprietary cooling blankets, which are essential for the operation of their equipment, and third-party vendors are not permitted to service the system under warranty restrictions. Interested parties may express their interest and qualifications by submitting responses to the primary contact, George Cochran, at george.cochran@va.gov, by 1:00 p.m. CST on May 14, 2025; however, this notice does not guarantee a contract award or feedback on submissions, and the Government retains discretion over the competitive bidding process.

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    George CochranContract Specialist
    (615) 225-5631
    george.cochran@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to sole source cooling blankets specifically for the Altrix system from STRYKER CORP, which is based in Portage, MI. This decision is based on STRYKER CORP being the sole entity authorized to provide these proprietary cooling blankets, as third-party vendors are not permitted to service their equipment under warranty restrictions. The procurement process follows relevant federal regulations pertaining to single-source solicitations. Interested parties may submit their expressions of interest and qualifications by May 14, 2025, although this notice does not guarantee that a contract will be awarded or that feedback will be provided on responses. The Government retains the right to evaluate submissions but has the discretion not to open the requirement to competitive bids based on the responses received. As such, any response must convincingly demonstrate the advantage of competing for the Government's consideration.
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