J065--Intent to Sole Source Sterilizer Contract
ID: 36C24925Q0023Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF249-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 9 (36C249)MURFREESBORO, TN, 37129, USA

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/5101b361ec1d469fb2a46542af7e3915/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs, through its Network Contracting Office 9, intends to award a sole-source contract to Advanced Sterilization Products for the maintenance and service of sterilization systems at the Memphis Veterans Affairs Medical Center. This firm-fixed-price contract, effective from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2027, will cover the upkeep of various Advanced Sterilization Products equipment, including STERRAD® Systems and EVOTECH® Endoscope Cleaner and Reprocessors, ensuring compliance with manufacturer standards and patient safety through the use of OEM parts and certified personnel. Interested parties are encouraged to express their interest and demonstrate their capabilities by the response deadline of September 12, 2024, with all submissions directed to Contract Specialist James Moore at james.moore20@va.gov. Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is mandatory for eligibility, and the VA will not be responsible for any costs incurred by respondents.

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    James MooreContract Specialist
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    james.moore20@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), through its Network Contracting Office 9, has issued a special notice regarding its intent to award a sole-source contract to Advanced Sterilization Products for maintenance and service of sterilization systems. This firm-fixed-price contract, effective from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2027, will cover the upkeep of various Advanced Sterilization Products equipment located at the Memphis VAMC. Since only parts from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) can be used, the contractor must possess OEM certification to perform the required maintenance, ensuring compliance with manufacturer standards and patient safety. The notice specifies that this is not a request for competitive quotes, though interested parties are encouraged to express their interest by the response deadline of September 12, 2024. Responses should demonstrate adequate capabilities in supporting the specified requirements. The VA emphasizes that it will not cover any costs incurred by respondents and that registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is mandatory for eligibility. This notice serves to inform potential contractors of the VA’s intention while remaining within federal regulations for sole-source procurement.
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