J065--Olympus Scope Repair Intent to Sole Source
ID: 36C25025Q0111Type: Special Notice
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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)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole-source contract for the repair of specific Olympus scopes, specifically the models BF-UC180F, ENF-VT2, and ENF-VH, under the authority of FAR 6.302-1, which allows for procurement from only one responsible source. This contract is crucial for maintaining essential medical equipment used in various healthcare settings, ensuring that the VA can continue to provide high-quality care to veterans. Interested contractors may submit a capabilities statement to demonstrate that competition could be advantageous, although the decision to proceed without competition rests solely with the VA. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Contract Specialist Jennifer Nowak at Jennifer.Nowak@va.gov.

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    Jennifer NowakContract Specialist
    Jennifer.Nowak@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is planning to award a sole-source contract for the repair of specific Olympus scopes, under the authority of FAR 6.302-1, signifying that only one capable supplier can meet the agency's needs. The intended vendor is Olympus America Inc., located in San Jose, CA. The repair will involve Olympus models BF-UC180F, ENF-VT2, and ENF-VH. This notice does not solicit competitive proposals; however, interested contractors may submit a capabilities statement demonstrating that competitive bidding could be beneficial to the government. The VA emphasizes that the decision to proceed without competition rests solely with them, and no solicitation package will be provided. The notice reiterates that it is not an invitation for offers, reflecting the specific and limited nature of the proposed contract focused on maintaining essential medical equipment.
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