J065--Notice of Intent to Sole Source Pro-Aim Optime Complete Service
ID: 36C26124Q1071Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF261-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 21 (36C261)MATHER, CA, 95655, 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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    The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Network Contracting Office 21, intends to issue a Sole Source Award to PROAIM Americas, LLC for the OPTIME Complete Service. This procurement aims to secure preventive and corrective maintenance, technical support, and spare parts for medical systems at the Fresno VA Medical Center, ensuring compliance with manufacturer guidelines and relevant regulations. The maintenance of this critical medical equipment is vital for supporting healthcare operations efficiently, emphasizing the need for regular inspections and prompt repair services. Interested parties may direct inquiries to Contract Specialist Michael Alston at michael.alston@va.gov, as this notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a formal solicitation.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Michael AlstonContract Specialist
    (559) 225-6100
    michael.alston@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) plans to issue a Sole Source Award to PROAIM Americas, LLC for the OPTIME Complete Service, as detailed in Special Notice 36C26124Q1071. This action falls under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 13 - Simplified Acquisition Procedures, specifically allowing for solicitation from a single source. The contracting office, located in Fresno, CA, indicates that the intended contract aims to address maintenance and repair of electronic and precision equipment within a service code designated for medical and veterinary equipment. This notice explicitly states that it is not a solicitation for competitive proposals, and any responses must provide strong evidence supporting competition. Inquiries should be directed to Contract Specialist Michael Alston via email. The notice serves to inform interested parties of the government's intent, and it also emphasizes that the final decision regarding competition lies solely with the government.
    The document outlines a service agreement for preventive and corrective maintenance, technical support, and spare parts provision for various medical systems at the Fresno VA Medical Center, operated by the Department of Veterans Affairs. It requires the contractor to perform maintenance in accordance with manufacturer's guidelines, ensuring the equipment meets prescribed performance specifications and complies with relevant regulations (NFPA, OSHA, etc.). Key components include a service hotline for emergencies, remote service capabilities, and the obligation to use original manufacturer parts. Maintenance documentation, detailing work performed, is critical for compliance, indicating service dates, equipment issues, and costs. Furthermore, the contractor's personnel must be fully qualified, and their service operations are subject to strict compliance with VA regulations and safety protocols. This contract serves to maintain vital medical equipment at a government facility, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections and swift repair services to support healthcare operations efficiently.
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