J065--Ultrasound Preventive Maintenance
ID: 36C24625Q0245Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF246-NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 6 (36C246)HAMPTON, VA, 23667, USA

NAICS

Irradiation Apparatus Manufacturing (334517)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VETERINARY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (J065)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/de6dbdec50d64253b3777eb772851a37/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Network Contracting Office 6, intends to award a sole-source contract for preventive maintenance services for five Philips Epiq CVx Ultrasound systems at the Richmond VA Medical Center. This procurement is justified under FAR 6.302-1, which permits non-competitive acquisitions when only one responsible source can fulfill the requirements. The maintenance services are critical for ensuring the operational efficiency and reliability of medical equipment used in veteran healthcare. Interested parties must submit a completed SF1449 form to Contract Specialist Robert Morgan at robert.morgan@va.gov by 12:00 PM EST on December 20, 2024, to express their interest, as the government will proceed with negotiations with Philips Healthcare if no viable responses are received.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Robert MorganContract Specialist
    757-722-9961 x 18865
    robert.morgan@va.gov
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    36C24625Q0245.docx
    The document is a Special Notice issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs' Network Contracting Office 6, indicating an intent to award a sole-source contract for preventive maintenance of five Philips Epiq CVx Ultrasound systems. This service will be performed onsite at the Richmond VA Medical Center and is justified under FAR 6.302-1, which allows for non-competitive procurement when only one source meets the requirements. A response deadline is set for December 20, 2024, by 12 PM EST, and parties interested in competing can submit a completed SF1449 form via email. The Government will assess responses to decide on competition; if none are received, negotiations will proceed with Philips Healthcare. It's important for interested parties to be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for contract awards. This document outlines the procurement process, emphasizing the intent for a firm-fixed-price contract and the importance of timely responses for potential competition.
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