6515--Intent to sole source Altrix Warming/Cooling Blankets

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.