J065--Endosoft Endovault Maintenance Intent to sole source Utech Products Inc. Columbus OH VAACC
ID: 36C25025Q0233Type: 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)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c1a908f28b3a4774bbf727079d4cbb1e/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to negotiate a sole source contract for the maintenance of Endosoft Endovault with Utech Products, Inc., located in Schenectady, NY. This procurement is specifically aimed at supporting the Columbus VA Ambulatory Care Center (VAACC) in Ohio, and it falls under the guidelines of FAR Subpart 13.2. The maintenance services are crucial for ensuring the operational efficiency of medical equipment used in veteran healthcare. Interested contractors may submit a capabilities statement for consideration, although this notice is not a solicitation for competitive proposals, and no additional solicitation package will be provided. Responses are due by January 28, 2025, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time, and should be directed to Contract Specialist Michael Groneman at michael.groneman@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Michael GronemanContract Specialist
    (513) 559-3720
    michael.groneman@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to negotiate a sole source contract for Endosoft Endovault maintenance with Utech Products, Inc., located in Schenectady, NY. This contract falls under FAR Subpart 13.2's guidelines and is directed towards the Columbus VA Ambulatory Care Center (VAACC) in Ohio. The solicitation number for this procurement is 36C25025Q0233, with a response deadline set for January 28, 2025, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time. While the VA believes that Utech Products is uniquely qualified to fulfill this requirement, other contractors can submit a capabilities statement for consideration. However, it is emphasized that this notice is not a solicitation for competitive proposals, and no additional solicitation package is available. This notification serves to comply with federal regulations regarding contract actions, and responses should be directed to the Contact Specialist, Michael Groneman, via the provided email address. The primary aim of this notice is to inform potential contractors about the sole source contract and any associated opportunities for competitive input.
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