J065--Preventive maintenance, repairs and software upgrades for Draeger Apollo anesthesia units
ID: 36C25624Q1463Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF256-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 16 (36C256)RIDGELAND, MS, 39157, 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 intends to award a sole-source contract for preventive maintenance, repairs, and software upgrades for four Draeger Apollo anesthesia units at the Alexandria VA Health Care System in Pineville, Louisiana. The contract will cover a base year with four additional one-year option periods, focusing on ensuring the operability and safety of critical medical equipment through adherence to original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specifications and thorough documentation of services performed. This procurement is vital for maintaining high-quality healthcare services for veterans, reflecting the urgency and unique nature of the equipment involved. Interested parties may contact Contract Specialist Tammy M. DeMille at tammy.demille@va.gov or (832) 352-2915 for further information, with responses due by September 17, 2024, at 10:00 AM Central Standard Time.

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    Tammy M DemilleContract Specialist
    (832) 352-2915
    tammy.demille@va.gov
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    This Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice outlines the Department of Veterans Affairs' intent to award a sole-source contract for preventive maintenance, repairs, and software upgrades for four Draeger Apollo anesthesia units. The contract, expected to be a firm fixed price over one base year with four option years, will be awarded to Draeger Inc. due to the unique nature of the equipment and urgency in servicing requirements. The contracting office is located in Houston, Texas, and responses to this notice are due by September 11, 2024, at 10:00 AM Central Time. The notice emphasizes that this is not a request for competitive proposals but invites potential interested parties to demonstrate their capability to fulfill the requirement. The overall aim is to ensure the continued operability of critical medical equipment at the Alexandria VA Health Care System in Louisiana. The notice serves to inform the public about this intended sole-source action within the regulations of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
    The document outlines the solicitation for a contract with the Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically focused on providing service and repairs for Draeger Apollo Anesthesia units at the Alexandria VA Medical Center in Louisiana. It details the scope of work, which includes preventative maintenance, emergency repairs, and technical support, specifying communication protocols and service response times. The contract spans one base year with two optional additional years, emphasizing the need for adherence to original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specifications and thorough documentation of services performed. Key deliverables include timely support calls, maintenance schedules, and emergency service provisions, with performance based on established quality metrics. The contract also includes specific administrative details such as payment terms, invoicing requirements, and mandatory compliance with federal regulations. A Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) is included to monitor contractor performance. The overall aim is to ensure the proper functioning and safety of critical medical equipment, reflecting the government's commitment to high-quality healthcare services for veterans.
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