J065--Respiratory Therapy Equipment Maintenance for Medical Graphics Respiratory Therapy Equipment
ID: 36C26025P0661Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF260-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 20 (36C260)VANCOUVER, WA, 98661, 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/5026d5ae411b44df8e4ae7e0d9ff8b3f/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to solicit a Sole Source contract with Medical Graphics Corporation (MGC) for the maintenance and repair of respiratory therapy equipment utilized across various VA medical centers in the Northwest. This procurement aims to ensure that MGC's pulmonary and cardiac diagnostic systems remain operational, incorporating necessary software and firmware updates, preventive maintenance, diagnostics, phone support, and on-site repairs. The equipment is critical for reliable patient diagnostics, and MGC is the sole provider authorized to maintain this specialized equipment, as confirmed by market research and previous contracts. The anticipated award date for this contract is May 15, 2025, and interested parties may contact Contract Specialist Maureen Sundstrom at Maureen.Sundstrom@va.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Maureen SundstromContract Specialist
    Maureen.Sundstrom@va.gov
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    36C26025P0661.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) plans to solicit a Sole Source contract with Medical Graphics Corporation (MGC) for the maintenance and repair of respiratory therapy equipment used in VA medical centers. This contract aims to ensure that MGC's diagnostic systems remain operational with updated software and firmware, and includes preventive maintenance, diagnostics, phone support, and on-site repairs. The work will be conducted at several locations across the Northwest, including Boise, Spokane, and Seattle, among others. The projected award date is May 15, 2025. The procurement is justified under Title 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1) due to the specific requirements that only MGC can fulfill. The notice fulfills FAR regulatory requirements to publicize the contract action, clarifying that this is not an invitation for competitive bids as it is only a notice of intent to negotiate with MGC. The main purpose of this document is to outline the solicitation details and the justification for the sole-source procurement of essential respiratory therapy equipment maintenance services.
    P03 Single Source Justification MPT to SAT Respiratory Therapy_Redacted.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs is pursuing a single-source contract with Medical Graphics Corporation (MGC) for the maintenance and support of pulmonary and cardiac diagnostic equipment across nine locations within the VA Northwest Health Network. The contract, effective from September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2026, involves comprehensive service, including preventive maintenance, repair services, software updates, and technical support. MGC is the sole provider authorized to maintain this specialized equipment, which is critical for ensuring reliable patient diagnostics. The justification for the single-source acquisition aligns with FAR 13.106-1(b), detailing that only MGC can provide proprietary parts and services necessary for proper equipment functionality without compromising patient safety and data integrity. Market research confirmed MGC's unique status as the exclusive service provider, with previous contracts supporting fair pricing. The contracting officer has approved this procurement based on the outlined justification and necessity for continuous operational readiness of the diagnostic systems.
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