J065--Intent to Sole Source: Base plus four Zimmer Biomet Intellicart system service contract
ID: 36C24125Q0022Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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)

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https://sam.gov/opp/8ac56868bd73485a9f24e39b0ee12add/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole-source contract to Zimmer US Inc. for a service agreement on the Zimmer Biomet IntelliCart system, encompassing a base year plus four additional years. This procurement is being conducted through the Network Contract Office 1 under the authority of FAR Part 13.106-1(b), which allows for solicitation from a single source, emphasizing the VA's commitment to securing essential medical services for veterans. Interested parties who believe they can provide the required services are invited to submit relevant documentation for market research purposes by the response deadline of October 15, 2024, at 5:00 PM (EST). For further inquiries, interested vendors can contact Contract Specialist Kurt Fritz at kurt.fritz@va.gov or by phone at 203-932-5711.

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    Kurt FritzContract Specialist
    (203) 932-5711
    kurt.fritz@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) plans to procure a sole-source contract for service on the Zimmer Biomet IntelliCart system, intending to establish a base contract with four additional years. This decision is being made through the Network Contract Office 1, under the authority of FAR Part 13.106-1(b), allowing solicitation from a single source, specifically Zimmer US Inc. The response deadline for interested parties to submit qualifications is October 15, 2024. The document emphasizes that this notice is not a request for competitive proposals, as there is no solicitation currently available. Interested parties must provide relevant documentation for market research purposes. This procurement process highlights the VA's intent to streamline service agreements while ensuring that only qualified entities can participate, demonstrating a focused approach in securing essential medical service provisions for veterans.
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