6505--Notice of Intent to Sole Source Pluvicto and Lutathera
ID: 36C26224Q1822Type: Special Notice
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VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262)Gilbert, AZ, 85297, USA

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Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing (325412)

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DRUGS AND BIOLOGICALS (6505)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole source contract to Advanced Accelerator Applications USA for the provision of Pluvicto and Lutathera, specialized radiopharmaceuticals used in the treatment of metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer and gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors. This procurement is justified under FAR regulations due to the unique and highly specialized nature of the therapies required, which limits the availability of suitable suppliers. Interested parties are invited to submit their capability statements, including qualifications and relevant contract information, by 10:00 AM PT on September 25, 2024, to Peter Kim at peter.kim33@va.gov. The contracting office is located in Long Beach, CA, and responses must be submitted electronically; failure to respond may result in the contract being awarded without further solicitation.

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    Peter KimSupply 4 Chief
    (562) 844-7484
    peter.kim33@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole source contract to Advanced Accelerator Applications USA for the supply of Pluvicto and Lutathera, radiopharmaceuticals used in treating specific types of cancer, including metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer and gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors. This decision is based on the unique and highly specialized nature of the required therapies, justifying the sole source procurement under FAR regulations. Interested parties must provide their capability statements, including their qualifications and relevant contract information, by September 25, 2024. The contracting office is located in Long Beach, CA, and responses must be submitted electronically. This notice does not request competitive quotes, and failure to receive responses may result in the contract being awarded without additional solicitation. The government retains the right to use provided information for any lawful purpose, making it imperative for respondents to submit thorough and detailed responses to showcase their qualifications.
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