R602--Notice of Intent to Sole Source 3-Month Lab Courier Services VISN 1 New England Medical Centers
ID: 36C24125Q0093Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF241-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 01 (36C241)TOGUS, ME, 04330, USA

NAICS

Couriers and Express Delivery Services (492110)

PSC

SUPPORT- ADMINISTRATIVE: COURIER/MESSENGER (R602)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/16b27a935b734b9db86d9504b1b07e41/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to enter into a sole source contract for three months of laboratory courier services for its New England Medical Centers (VISN 1), effective from December 1, 2024, to February 28, 2025. This contract is essential to ensure uninterrupted courier support during the transition to a long-term solution, as the current contract is set to expire and procurement delays have arisen due to vendor protests. The selected provider, Crosstown Courier Services, Inc., is a certified service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) and the incumbent vendor, deemed responsible for fulfilling this requirement. Interested parties can reach out to Contract Specialist Dewan Britton at Dewan.Britton@va.gov or (910) 343-5300 Ext 3931 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Dewan BrittonContract Specialist
    (910) 343-5300 Ext 3931
    Dewan.Britton@va.gov
    Files
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    36C24125Q0093.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to sole source a contract for three months of lab courier services for its New England Medical Centers (VISN 1), specifically from December 1, 2024. The contract will be awarded to Crosstown Courier Service, Inc., an incumbent vendor and a certified service-disabled veteran-owned small business. This temporary firm-fixed-price contract aims to ensure seamless courier support during the ongoing development of a longer-term solution. The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 492110, suitable for businesses with a maximum of 1,500 employees. This notice emphasizes that this is not a request for quotes but a formal declaration of intent to pursue a sole-source procurement, aligning with VAAR 819.7008 regulations. The VA may choose not to competitively source this contract, with any incurred costs for information submission not reimbursed. Detailed information can be found in the attached Justification and Approval document.
    36C24125Q0093 - Justification and Approval - Courier Services_Redacted.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs seeks approval for a bridge contract regarding Laboratory/Pathology Courier Services within VISN 1, effective from December 1, 2024, to February 28, 2025. This contract is necessitated by the expiration of the current contract (36C24123P0931) to ensure uninterrupted service, crucial for patient care, as the procurement process for a long-term solution has been delayed due to vendor protests. The selected provider, Crosstown Courier Services—a certified service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB)—is the incumbent vendor and is deemed responsible for the task. The estimated value for the 3-month bridge contract is based on current fair pricing aligned with historical contracts. Although other SDVOSBs could provide similar services, time constraints prevent a competitive solicitation, making the sole source award necessary under FAR regulations. The document asserts that ongoing efforts are made to rectify the procurement delays, aiming to prevent service interruptions and support healthcare delivery at multiple New England VA facilities. This action highlights the importance of maintaining service continuity amidst procurement challenges while upholding the commitment to service-disabled veterans in the contracting process.
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