DC10--Notice of Intent to Sole Source - Rauland Responder server replacement - Spokane VA
ID: 36C26025Q0215Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF260-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 20 (36C260)VANCOUVER, WA, 98662, USA

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - DATA CENTER AS A SERVICE (DC10)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/02298bb9fcf34e1cbbe7c68128055ad3/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to issue a sole source contract for the replacement of the Rauland Responder 5 nurse call server at the Spokane VA Medical Center. The contract will be awarded to EVCO Sound & Electronics, the only authorized provider for Rauland systems in the region, ensuring uninterrupted support for this proprietary system. This procurement is critical for maintaining effective communication and response capabilities within the medical facility. The contract is expected to be awarded by February 17, 2025, and interested parties may contact Contracting Officer Peter Park at Peter.Park2@va.gov for further information, although no competitive proposals will be accepted.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Peter ParkContracting Officer
    Peter.Park2@va.gov
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    36C26025Q0215.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is planning to issue a sole source contract for the replacement of the Rauland Responder 5 nurse call server at the Spokane VA Medical Center. The intended service provider is EVCO Sound & Electronics, the only authorized provider for Rauland systems in the region. The contract aims to ensure uninterrupted support for this proprietary system and is expected to be awarded by February 17, 2025. This special notice serves to inform interested parties about the government's intent and complies with federal regulations, specifically FAR 5.101(a)(2) and 5.201(b)(1), although it does not invite competitive proposals nor will additional solicitations be made available. Responses from other parties will only contribute to evaluating market options for future procurements. The document maintains an official tone, emphasizing that the government will not compensate any submission of information.
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