7D20--EEG Acquisition PC Upgrade
ID: 36C25725Q0284Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF257-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 17 (36C257)ARLINGTON, TX, 76006, USA

NAICS

Computer Terminal and Other Computer Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing (334118)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - SERVICE DELIVERY MANAGEMENT (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7D20)
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking to award a sole-source contract for the acquisition of specific equipment and software upgrades for EEG workstations. The procurement includes a Windows 10 upgrade for five EEG workstations, the replacement of a PC for EEG 1200-R, remote IT system configuration, and installation services, with Nihon Kohden America, Inc. recognized as the sole authorized service provider for this equipment. This upgrade is critical for maintaining the functionality and efficiency of EEG services provided by the VA. Interested parties may submit proposals, but if no responses are received within seven days of the notice's publication, the VA will proceed with the contract without further notifications. The response deadline is set for March 10, 2025, and inquiries can be directed to Contract Specialist Mariangie Rios Vazquez at mariangie.riosvazquez@va.gov or by phone at 210-996-8816.

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    Mariangie Rios VazquezContract Specialist
    (210) 996-8816
    mariangie.riosvazquez@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole-source contract to Nihon Kohden America, Inc. for specific equipment and software upgrades to EEG workstations. This contract includes a Windows 10 upgrade for five EEG workstations, the replacement of a PC for EEG 1200-R, remote IT system configuration, and installation services. Nihon Kohden is recognized as the sole authorized service provider for this equipment. This notice serves to inform and does not constitute a request for quotations. Any responsible entity may submit a proposal; however, if no responses are received within seven days of the notice's publication, the VA will proceed with the contract without further notifications. The procurement falls under the statutory authority for other than full and open competition due to the uniqueness of the service provided. The contracting office for this notice is located in San Antonio, Texas, with a response deadline set for March 10, 2025. This notice aligns with federal procurement processes, ensuring compliance within government contracting frameworks.
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