J065--** Intent to Sole Source** UVE Annual Service
ID: 36C25025F0327Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF250-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 10 (36C250)DAYTON, OH, 45428, USA

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VETERINARY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (J065)

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https://sam.gov/opp/fc05d5a38eae46dbba7456f41c1747e4/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole source contract to Claflin Service Company for the provision of UVE annual service and access to the UVE protocol management platform, which is essential for the operations of the Chalmers P. Wylie VA Ambulatory Care Center. This contract will cover the period from February 18, 2025, to February 17, 2026, with the possibility of three additional one-year extensions. The services sought are critical for maintaining the functionality and reliability of medical equipment, ensuring high-quality support for healthcare operations. Interested vendors must submit their capability statements, including detailed company information and relevant experience, by January 16, 2025, to Margaret Swetel at Margaret.Swetel@va.gov, as the procurement falls under NAICS code 811210, which pertains to electronic and precision equipment repair and maintenance.

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    Margaret "Maggie" SwetelContract Specialist
    Margaret.Swetel@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole source contract to Claflin Service Company for UVE annual service and access to the UVE protocol management platform, necessary for the Chalmers P. Wylie VA Ambulatory Care Center. The contract period is from February 18, 2025, to February 17, 2026, with three potential one-year extensions. This notice is not a request for competitive quotes but invites responsible firms to submit capability statements if they believe they can meet the requirements. Interested vendors must provide detailed information, including company specifics and relevant experience, by January 16, 2025. The procurement falls under NAICS code 811210, focusing on electronic and precision equipment repair and maintenance. The VA emphasizes that responses will be assessed, but the decision to compete or not lies solely with the government. This notice reflects VA's commitment to sourcing specialized services through specified suppliers to ensure quality support for healthcare operations.
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