Intent to Sole Source Service Maintenance, BacT Alert Analyzer Service- USNH Yokosuka
ID: HT941025N0003Type: 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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https://sam.gov/opp/b78e367817e1428cb1292d096dc5d531/view
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    The Defense Health Agency (DHA) intends to award a sole source contract to Biomerieux Japan Ltd. for the annual service maintenance of BacT Alert Virtuo Analyzers located at the U.S. Naval Hospital Yokosuka and Branch Health Clinic Iwakuni in Japan. This procurement encompasses the maintenance of two analyzers at Yokosuka and one at Iwakuni, covering a base period plus two option years from November 1, 2024, to September 30, 2027. The contract is crucial for ensuring the operational efficiency of essential medical equipment, which plays a vital role in healthcare service delivery. Interested parties may submit technical capability statements by 07:00 a.m. Pacific Time on October 25, 2024, to Raphael Badagbor at raphael.k.badagbor.civ@health.mil, as this notice is not a request for competitive proposals.

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    Raphael Badagbor
    raphael.k.badagbor.civ@health.mil
    Cassi Jo Newman
    cassi.j.newman.civ@health.mil
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    Notice of Intent HT941025N0003.pdf
    The Defense Health Agency intends to award a sole source contract to Biomerieux Japan Ltd. for the maintenance of BacT Alert Virtuo Analyzers at the U.S. Naval Hospital Yokosuka and Branch Health Clinic Iwakuni. This contract is needed for the annual service of two analyzers in Yokosuka and one in Iwakuni, covering the base period and two option years from November 1, 2024, to September 30, 2027. The procurement falls under NAICS code 811210, and there are no set-aside restrictions. Although this is not a request for competitive proposals, interested parties may submit technical capability statements for evaluation. The government will assess responses to determine if competitive procurement is warranted. Submissions should be made by 07:00 a.m. Pacific Time on October 25, 2024, and inquiries must be directed via email only. This notice illustrates the government's commitment to maintaining essential medical equipment through specialized contracts.
    Statement of Work.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for annual preventive maintenance and on-call repair services for Biomerieux BacT Alert Virtuo Analyzers at two locations: US Naval Hospital Yokosuka (USNHY) and Branch Health Clinic (BHC) Iwakuni, Japan. The contract spans three years with specified periods of performance from November 2024 to September 2027, including mutually agreed maintenance schedules. Key contractor responsibilities include conducting annual preventative maintenance—entailing equipment adjustments, calibrations, and software updates—along with providing on-call repairs within 48 hours of notification, excluding weekends and Japanese holidays. Comprehensive service reports are mandatory post-maintenance, detailing technician information, time spent, and work performance summaries. Inspection and acceptance will be by USNHY personnel. The file specifies emergency contact procedures and invoicing guidelines, ensuring that all operations align with U.S. legal holidays. This RFP represents the government's aim to uphold high operational standards for medical equipment, ensuring efficient healthcare service delivery.
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