The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office 17, has issued a Notice of Intent (NOI) for a Sole Source Award to Natus Medical Inc. for maintenance services on specialized medical equipment at the El Paso Texas Veterans Health Care System. This procurement will ensure uninterrupted service from November 20, 2024, to November 19, 2025, with four additional option periods. Natus Medical Inc. is deemed the only capable contractor due to the specialized nature of the required services, which would incur significant costs and delays if a competitive process were pursued. The solicitation falls under Simplified Acquisition Procedures and aims to minimize disruptions in service. Interested parties may submit capability statements by the specified deadline, but the government holds discretion over the decision to pursue competitive procurement based on the responses. For inquiries, contact information for the contracting officer is provided. The procurement is categorized under NAICS code 621999 and product/service code N065.
The El Paso VA Medical Center (VAMC) seeks a contractor for full-service maintenance of various Natus medical systems utilized in the Neurology and Sleep Clinic. This maintenance contract aims to ensure uninterrupted patient care by preventing equipment downtime. The service covers extensive equipment, including EEG, EMG, PSG/SLEEPWORKS systems, and pulse oximeters, over a contract period from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025, with options for extensions.
The contractor is responsible for unscheduled and scheduled maintenance, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards. Key elements of the contract include preventive maintenance inspections, providing necessary parts, and ensuring all equipment functions according to specifications. Additionally, it mandates continuous telephone support and detailed documentation of services performed.
Contractor personnel must be fully qualified, certified in OEM training, and adhere to VA regulations for safety and security. The contractor is also required to manage records according to federal regulations, ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of patient information.
Overall, this initiative reflects the VA's commitment to enhancing healthcare quality through reliable equipment maintenance while complying with strict federal standards.