J065--Anesthesia Machines (GE) Preventative Maintenance
ID: 36C24625Q0190Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

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

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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) intends to award a sole source contract to GE Healthcare for preventative maintenance services on Datex Ohmeda anesthesia machines at the Fayetteville Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) in North Carolina. This procurement is based on the determination that GE Healthcare is the only authorized service provider for these specific systems, and engaging alternative suppliers would lead to unnecessary costs and potential disruptions in patient care. The maintenance of these anesthesia machines is crucial for ensuring the effective operation of medical equipment within the VA system. Interested businesses that believe they can fulfill these requirements must submit written notice, including company details and supporting documentation, by 10:00 AM EDT on November 21, 2024, to the primary contact, LaKeva Cousins, at lakeva.cousins@va.gov.

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    LaKeva CousinsContract Specialist
    (757) 315-3940
    lakeva.cousins@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole source contract to GE Healthcare for preventative maintenance services on Datex Ohmeda anesthesia machines at the Fayetteville VAMC in North Carolina. This decision is based on the belief that GE is the only authorized service provider for these systems, and utilizing alternative suppliers would incur unnecessary costs and risk patient care continuity. No competitive quotes will be solicited, and specific requests for documents will not be accepted. Interested businesses that can provide the required services have until November 21, 2024, at 10:00 AM EDT to submit written notice demonstrating their capability, including company details and supporting documentation. The solicitation highlights the NAICS code 811210, relating to electronic and precision equipment maintenance, and emphasizes the importance of these services for maintaining effective medical equipment operation within the VA system.
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