J065--Intent to Sole Source: ROSA Knee System Robotic Knee Replacement Preventative Maintenance Visit
ID: 36C24125Q0318Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF241-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 01 (36C241)TOGUS, ME, 04330, 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/ad3d6c7dcb784a22b7580252e60fb89b/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to award a sole source contract to Zimmer US Inc. for a preventative maintenance visit for the ROSA Knee Robotic Knee Replacement System at the Providence VA Medical Center in Rhode Island. This procurement is necessary to ensure optimal performance of specialized medical equipment, which is critical for providing quality care to veterans. Interested vendors may submit their qualifications to the designated contact, Kurt Fritz, by March 19, 2025, but this is not a request for competitive proposals, and no solicitation is currently available. For further inquiries, vendors can reach Kurt Fritz at kurt.fritz@va.gov or by phone at 203-932-5711.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Kurt FritzContract Specialist
    (203) 932-5711
    kurt.fritz@va.gov
    Files
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    36C24125Q0318.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole source contract to Zimmer US Inc. for a preventative maintenance visit for the ROSA Knee Robotic Knee Replacement System. This procurement falls under the authority of FAR Part 13.106-1(b), allowing solicitation from a single source, as the products and services required are specialized. The contract will be executed through the Network Contract Office 1 on behalf of the Providence VA Medical Center. Interested vendors may respond by submitting qualifications to the designated contact, Kurt Fritz, by March 19, 2025, but this is not a request for competitive proposals, and no solicitation is currently available. The intent to sole source highlights the agency's determination to procure specific services deemed necessary for optimal system performance, while allowing for qualified competitors to present their capabilities if they believe they can meet the requirements.
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