The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), through Network Contracting Office 15, intends to establish a sole-source contract with Stryker Instruments for Neptune ProCare Maintenance and Repair services for the St. Louis VA Medical Center – John Cochran Division. This action is supported by the authority of 41 U.S.C. 253(c)(1) – FAR 6.302-1, as only Stryker can service the proprietary Neptune ProCare systems. The solicitation number for this contract is 36C25525Q0524, with a deadline for expressions of interest set for August 7, 2025, at 12:00 PM Central Time. Interested parties are encouraged to submit a capabilities statement indicating their ability to fulfill the agency’s requirements. The document specifies that this is not a request for competitive quotations, and any negotiations following the specified date will proceed solely with Stryker Instruments if no viable responses are received. Responses must be submitted via email, and verbal inquiries will not be accepted. This notice underscores the VA's commitment to ensuring the ongoing functionality of essential medical equipment through proper maintenance services.
The document outlines a justification for a single-source acquisition at the Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically for maintenance services related to the Neptune waste management systems used at the St. Louis VA Medical Center. The acquisition plan identifies the Network Contracting Office (NCO) 15 as the contracting activity, supporting the provision of preventative and corrective maintenance services exclusively through Stryker Instruments, the sole manufacturer. The necessity for these specialized services is attributed to the proprietary nature of the Neptune systems, requiring technicians certified by the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). The procurement will cover all related needs, including labor, parts, and travel. This process exemplifies adherence to simplified acquisition procedures under federal regulations, emphasizing the importance of specialized services in maintaining critical medical technology.