The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole-source contract for Bariatric Mattresses to Fairburn Medical Products, LLC. This decision falls under the authority of 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1) and FAR 13.106-1(b)(ii), which allows for soliciting from a single source in specific situations. The anticipated award date is set for January 8, 2025. Interested parties have until January 6, 2025, at 4:00 PM EST to express their interest and provide documentation of their capabilities by emailing Ashley Stewart, Contract Specialist. Key requirements for interested contractors include being registered in the System for Award Management and submitting a current authorized distributor letter. Additionally, Service-Disabled Veteran Owned and Veteran Owned Small Businesses must provide self-certification of compliance with the Non-Manufacturer Rule. This notice serves as a preliminary step and is not a solicitation, with the government retaining discretion to determine whether a competitive procurement process will occur based on the responses received.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) seeks justification for a single-source procurement, as outlined in their document regarding FAR 13.106-1. The Atlanta VA Medical Center requires a replacement mattress for inpatient care, following an unforeseen supply error leading to the accidental disposal of the original mattress. The estimated value for this procurement is under $250,000, as it encompasses the rental fees and costs associated with the mistakenly discarded item. Market research was deemed unnecessary since the VA acknowledges responsibility for the mattress's loss. The contracting officer certifies that this procurement complies with federal regulations, confirming the accuracy of the information. This document illustrates the VA's procurement processes within the framework of government grants and local RFPs, emphasizing the necessity of this specific supply to meet patient care requirements.