INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE TO GE HEALTHCARE, LLC
ID: HT941025N0028Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE HEALTH AGENCY (DHA)DEFENSE HEALTH AGENCYFALLS CHURCH, VA, 22042, 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 Defense, through the Defense Health Agency (DHA), intends to award a sole source contract to GE Precision Healthcare LLC for maintenance services on the GE FlashPad HD Detector 1717 located at the Naval Medical Center in San Diego, California. The objective of this contract is to ensure the operational capability of the radiographic system by providing necessary repairs, calibrations, and testing, which must be performed by qualified personnel with OEM training. This maintenance is critical for the functionality of medical equipment used in diagnostic radiology, emphasizing the importance of timely and effective service. Interested parties must submit their capability statements by 10:00 AM Pacific Time on January 21, 2025, via email to Dernell Wade at dernell.w.wade.civ@health.mil, referencing Special Notice Number HT941025N0028.

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    This Statement of Work outlines the requirements for a contractor to perform a one-time repair on the radiographic system at the Diagnostic Radiology Clinic in MCAS Miramar. The primary focus is the replacement of a faulty flash pad detector to ensure the unit's operational capability. Key tasks include repairing, calibrating, and testing the equipment, with a strict requirement for qualified personnel who have OEM training. The contractor is expected to complete repairs within 2-4 business days during specified hours. Additionally, the government retains ownership of equipment sent for maintenance, and contractors must ensure all necessary parts are available on-site to minimize downtime. A detailed Field Service Report must be submitted within 72 hours post-repair, documenting the work performed and acceptance by government representatives. This document serves as a framework for ensuring that high standards of service are maintained in government contracts dealing with technical maintenance and repairs, emphasizing accountability and swift response times.
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