Q522--Notice of Intent to Sole Source
ID: 36C24524Q0888Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF245-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 5 (36C245)LINTHICUM, MD, 21090, USA

NAICS

Diagnostic Imaging Centers (621512)

PSC

MEDICAL- RADIOLOGY (Q522)

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https://sam.gov/opp/e7b71022e5ca4f83b87313923fd79928/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Network Contracting Office 05, intends to award a sole source contract to VetMed Group for Teleradiology services at the Beckley VA Medical Center. This procurement is based on the determination that VetMed Group is the only responsible source capable of meeting the agency's requirements, as outlined under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) and 41 USC §3304(a)(1). Teleradiology services are critical for providing timely and accurate diagnostic imaging, which supports the healthcare needs of veterans. Interested parties should note that this notice is strictly informational, with no solicitation document available, and any inquiries will not be accepted. For further information, contact Sue Lepore, Contract Specialist, at sue.lepore@va.gov or by phone at 410-642-2411.

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    Sue LeporeContract Specialist
    (410) 642-2411
    sue.lepore@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a Special Notice of Intent to Sole Source for a contract with VetMed Group, a firm based in Delray Beach, FL. The purpose of this sole source contract, under solicitation number 36C24524Q0888, is to provide Teleradiology services specifically for the Beckley VA Medical Center in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) and 41 USC §3304(a)(1). The notice indicates that VetMed Group is the only responsible source that can fulfill the agency's requirements. The anticipated contract will be an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. This notice is strictly informational and does not constitute a solicitation for competitive proposals, as no solicitation document is available, and phone inquiries will not be accepted. Additionally, the VA will not be liable for any costs incurred by interested parties in response to this notice. The NAICS code for this service category is 621512, with a Small Business Administration size standard of $19 million.
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