AJ13--Research Support - Chair Health Study Assets Transition Stakeholder Group Pre-solicitation Notice With of Intent to Sole Source
ID: 36C24E24Q0134Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFRPO EAST (36C24E)PITTSBURGH, PA, 15212, USA

NAICS

Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services (541690)

PSC

GENERAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY R&D SVCS; GENERAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY; EXPERIMENTAL DEVELOPMENT (AJ13)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/2a3d975c6f444efe9e975c35b977f4d3/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to negotiate a sole source contract with Dr. Linda S. Birnbaum for her expertise as Co-Chair of the Air Force Health Study Assets Transition Stakeholder Group. The contract, which will last for one year, aims to leverage Dr. Birnbaum's extensive background in toxicology and her experience with Vietnam-era Veteran health issues to set goals, plan meetings, and moderate symposia. This specialized consulting service is deemed essential, as no other entity possesses the necessary knowledge and expertise, making competitive solicitation unfeasible. Interested parties may contact the Contracting Officer, Ann Marie Stewart, at annmarie.stewart@va.gov for further inquiries, with the applicable NAICS code being 541690 and a size standard of $19 million.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Ann Marie StewartContracting Officer
    (401) 919-0878
    annmarie.stewart@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a pre-solicitation notice regarding its intent to negotiate a sole source contract with Dr. Linda S. Birnbaum. The contract, lasting one year, aims to secure her expertise as Co-Chair of the Air Force Health Study Assets Transition Stakeholder Group. Dr. Birnbaum's role will involve setting goals, planning meetings, and moderating symposia, leveraging her extensive background as a leader in toxicology and experience with Vietnam-era Veteran health issues. The VA determined that no other entity possesses the necessary knowledge and expertise for this specialized role, making competitive solicitation unfeasible. The applicable NAICS code is 541690, with a size standard of $19 million. This action is justified under FAR 6.302.1-1 for "Only One Responsible Source." Interested parties may inquire with the contracting officer, Ann Marie Stewart, but the decision to pursue further competitive procurement is at her discretion.
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