J065--Calibration services for all VA-owned audiology equipment
ID: 36C26125Q0333Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF261-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 21 (36C261)MATHER, CA, 95655, 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 (VA) is seeking to award a sole-source contract to E3 Diagnostics, Inc. for calibration services of all VA-owned audiology equipment at the Northern California Health Care System (VANCHCS). The contract will require the contractor to perform calibrations in accordance with manufacturer specifications, provide necessary parts and documentation, and comply with federal and VA standards, emphasizing the importance of maintaining high operational standards for critical healthcare equipment. The contract is set to cover a base period and four one-year options, running from April 1, 2025, to March 30, 2030, with expressions of interest accepted until March 14, 2025. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Contract Specialist Durell Salaz at durell.salaz@va.gov.

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    Durell SalazContract Specialist
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    durell.salaz@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole-source contract to E3 Diagnostics, Inc. for calibration services of all VA-owned audiology equipment at the Northern California Health Care System (VANCHCS). The solicitation (36C26125Q0333), which does not allow for competitive proposals, is open for expressions of interest until March 14, 2025. The contract will cover a base period and four one-year options, running from April 1, 2025, to March 30, 2030. Key requirements include performing cali bration in line with manufacturer specifications, providing necessary parts and documentation, and adhering to various federal and VA standards. The contractor must have qualified field service engineers with specific training and experience in audiology calibration and must comply with regulations regarding bloodborne pathogens. Compliance with reporting, documentation, and equipment condition standards is mandatory. The VA emphasizes a cooperative service arrangement, strictly rejecting any additional charges without prior authorization and holding contractors accountable for adherence to service protocols and timelines. This notice reflects the VA's efforts to maintain high standards of operation for critical healthcare equipment through specific contract agreements.
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