J065--Carefusion - Pyxis Support - Hardware and Software
ID: 36C24125Q0267Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF241-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 01 (36C241)TOGUS, ME, 04330, USA

NAICS

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 for the service and support of the Pyxis Medication Dispensing System to Carefusion Solutions LLC, the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). This procurement is necessitated by the proprietary nature of the Pyxis system, which restricts service provision to Carefusion alone, ensuring the integrity and functionality of this critical medical equipment. The contract will be a One-Time, Firm Fixed Price agreement managed by the VA Medical Center in Providence, Rhode Island, with responses due by February 25, 2025. Interested parties can direct inquiries to Contract Specialist Fred Revah at frederic.revah1@va.gov or by phone at 207-623-8411.

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    Fred RevahContract Specialist
    (207) 623-8411
    frederic.revah1@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a special notice regarding the intent to award a sole source contract for service and support of the Pyxis Medication Dispensing System, specifically to Carefusion Solutions LLC, the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). This decision arises from the proprietary nature of the Pyxis system, which allows only Carefusion to provide these critical services. The contract will be a One-Time, Firm Fixed Price agreement managed by the VA Medical Center in Providence, Rhode Island. The notice indicates that this is not a solicitation for competitive proposals and encourages interested parties to respond by the specified deadline of February 25, 2025. The primary NAICS code associated with this procurement is 811210, with a business size standard of $34 million. Responses will assist in determining if a reasonable price can be established for the services required. For inquiries, Fred Revah, the Contract Specialist, is the designated point of contact. This document serves to inform stakeholders of the procurement process and the rationale behind the sole source award.
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