The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to negotiate a sole source modification to contract 36C25226P0010 with Data Innovations, LLC, to integrate Oracle integration services into the VISN 12 Data Innovations Universal Lab Interface across seven VA medical centers. This modification is necessary as Data Innovations, LLC is the only authorized provider for these services, ensuring compliance with the statutory authority under 41 U.S.C. 1901 and FAR 13.106-1(b)(2). The procurement emphasizes the requirement for new, Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) items, free from gray market or counterfeit goods, as outlined in VAAR 852.212-71. Interested firms must submit their capability statements, including OEM authorization and proof of licensing, by 10:00 AM CDT on December 16, 2025, to Eileen Meyer at eileen.meyer@va.gov.

Request for Sole Source Justification Format >SAT
VHAPG Part 806.3 OFOC Page 1 of 4
Revision: 04 Effective Date: 12/15/25
Acquisition ID#: 36C252-26-AP-1072
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
Justification and Approval (J&A)
For
Other Than Full and Open Competition (>SAT)
Acquisition Plan Action ID: 36C252-26-AP-1072
Contracting Activity: Department of Veterans Affairs, throughout VISN 12, in support of the Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN) 12:
Great Lakes Acquisition Center (GLAC), 115 S. 84th Street, Suite 101, Milwaukee, WI
695-26-2-133-0928 - $1,141,000.00
Nature and/or Description of the Action Being Approved:
This firm-fixed-price sole source modification to contract 36C25226P0010 is for the Oracle integration throughout the facilities in VISN 12 (listed below). This integration is required for the continuity of laboratory operations, timely and accurate lab results which are critical for diagnosis/patient safety, standardization, scalability, and resource optimization. This contract was originally awarded on a sole source basis to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Data Innovations, LLC. (herein Data Innovations), in accordance with FAR 13.5 Simplified Procedures for Certain Commercial Items and specifically FAR 13.501 Special Documentation Requirements, where acquisitions conducted under Simplified Acquisition Procedures are exempt from the requirements of FAR Part 6, but still requires a justification using the format of FAR 6.303-2.
Jesse Brown VA Medical Center (537), 820 South Damen Avenue, Chicago, IL 60612;
VA Illiana Health Care System (550), 1900 East Main Street, Danville, IL 61832;
Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital (578), 5000 South 5th Avenue, Hines, IL 60141;
Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center (585), 325 East H Street, Iron Mountain, MI 49801;
William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital (607), 2500 South Overlook Terrace, Madison, WI 53705;
Tomah VA Medical Center (676), 500 East Veterans Street, Tomah, WI 54660; and
Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center (695), 5000 West National Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53295.
Description of Supplies/Services Required to Meet the Agency s Needs:
The current contract provides licensing, 24x7 technical support, maintenance, software, and software upgrades of the laboratory universal interface system, including Data Innovations (DI) Instrument Manager (IM) proprietary operating system, instrument specific interface programs, interface equipment and network connectivity hardware and service located throughout the VISN.
The proposed new modification will implement Oracle integration. The OEM shall provide all necessary professional services, software installation and configuration, interface integration, interface support, interface solution testing to integrate existing Instrument Manager system with Oracle Health Federal Electronic Health Record (EHR), and both go-live and post go-live support.
Further, the OEM shall work with the Oracle Health Federal EHR team and VISN 12 to integrate the Instrument Manager system across VISN 12 facilities with the Oracle Health Federal EHR in accordance with the existing Interface Control Document (ICD), ensuring all test scenarios are completed successfully.
If the integration is not complete, the following issues could arise:
Disruption of Laboratory Workflow
Lab instruments would no longer automatically transmit results to the EHR.
Staff would need to manually enter results, increasing workload and the potential for transcription errors.
Turnaround times for lab results would increase, affecting clinical efficiency.
Patient Safety Risks
Delays or inaccuracies in lab data could lead to misdiagnoses, inappropriate treatments, or missed critical alerts.
Lack of real-time data availability could compromise emergency and acute care decisions.
Loss of Clinical Decision Support Functionality
Oracle EHR s decision support tools rely on timely and structured lab data.
Without integration, these tools may be disabled or provide incomplete recommendations.
Compliance and Accreditation Issues
Manual processes may not meet Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA), Clinical Advisory Panel (CAP), or VA standards for traceability and data integrity.
Facilities could face audit findings, citations, or even temporary suspension of lab operations.
Increased Operational Costs
Manual data entry requires additional staffing or overtime.
Errors may lead to repeat testing, patient dissatisfaction, and increased liability.
Data Fragmentation and Reporting Challenges
Lack of centralized, structured lab data would hinder enterprise-wide analytics, quality improvement, and public health reporting.
VISN-wide initiatives would suffer from inconsistent or incomplete data.
Staff Burnout and Morale Impact
Increased manual workload and stress from system inefficiencies could affect staff morale and retention.
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ESTIMATED VALUE: $1,141,000.00
Statutory Authority Permitting Other than Full and Open Competition:
(X) (1) Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements per 41 USC Â§3304(a)(1) as implemented by RFO 6.103-1;
Demonstration that the Contractor s Unique Qualifications or Nature of the Acquisition Requires the Use of the Authority Cited Above (applicability of authority):
It is critical that the Oracle Integration of the Data Innovations Instrument Manager proprietary operating system is completed in accordance with OEM specifications by Field Service Engineers (FSEs) that are properly trained and factory authorized to avoid increased cost as well as the possibility of error, delay, and/or downtime. Data Innovations is the only company that has FSEs that are fully qualified and trained to provide this service. That said, Data Innovations, LLC does authorize one (1) SDVOSB, Four Points Technology (herein Four Points), as a reseller of their software/equipment but not their service(s). Four Points does not have OEM certified technicians on staff but can provide service by arranging service through Data Innovations, utilizing their certified technicians to provide the work. CS requested a market research quote from Four Points on 12/8/2025 and received their quote of $1,340,746.08 on 12/11/2025. This quote would result in an additional cost to the government of $199,746.08 or 17.5%. CS emailed Four Points on 12/11/2025 and informed them that the additional cost and lack of added value would disqualify them from providing this service.
As the OEM, Data Innovations, LLC is the only provider of direct, fully trained FSEs authorized to perform all Statement of Work (SOW) requirements at a reasonable price.
Accordingly, Data Innovations, LLC. is the only firm capable of providing the services described in Section III above without the Veteran s Health Administration experiencing additional cost and possible unacceptable delays in fulfilling its requirements by using a 3rd party vendor.
Description of Efforts Made to ensure that offers are solicited from as many potential sources as possible (including whether a notice was or will be publicized as required by RFO Part 5 and, if not, which exception under RFO Part 5 applies):
CS posted an intent to sole source, 36C25226Q0148, from 12/11/2025 through 12/16/2025. The intent required all interested vendors to submit the following:
1. A letter from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) stating vendor is an authorized distributor per clause 852.212-71(c). See below.
2. Proof vendor can provide OEM licensing, support, and software.
3. Proof vendor can utilize OEM s billable service, if using.
One (1) vendor, Dreamcatchers Consulting, LLC (SDB) (herein Dreamcatchers), responded to the intent to sole source with their capabilities statement; however, they did not include the requirements of the intent: the authorization letter or proof they could provide OEM licensing, support, and software. It stated, DreamCatchers confirms the following and will provide formal documentation with submission: OEM Authorization, Licensing, software, and support, and OEM Billable service. . The intent required interested vendors to submit these documents with their capabilities statement. To be thorough, the CS did reach out to the OEM asking if Dreamcatchers was an authorized vendor and their response, No Ma'am, I have never heard of them, and they are not an authorized partner / reseller. .
The government determined no other vendor could provide the services required for this contract at a reasonable price.
Determination by the CO that the Anticipated Cost to the Government will be Fair and Reasonable
The Contracting Officer anticipates the cost to the Government will be fair and reasonable based on a comparison of prices from contracts that are similar in scope that were determined to be fair and reasonable, as well as a comparison to the Independent Government Cost Estimate.
Description of the Market Research Conducted and the Results, or a Statement of the Reasons Market Research Was Not Conducted:
As described in Section 6 above, market research, in accordance with RFO Part 10, was conducted by synopsis of the proposed acquisition, advising industry of the pending acquisition and soliciting inquiries from interested parties. The intent to sole source notifying industry of the government s intent to award to OEM, Data Innovations, LLC., returned zero (0) authorized vendors.
Any Other Facts Supporting the Use of Other than Full and Open Competition:
N/A
Listing of Sources that Expressed, in Writing, an Interest in the Acquisition:
Four Points Technology and Dreamcatchers Consulting, LLC. Four points proposed price was not fair and reasonable, and Dreamcatchers Consulting are not authorized by the OEM.
A Statement of the Actions, if any, the Agency May Take to Remove or Overcome any Barriers to Competition before Making subsequent acquisitions for the supplies or services required:
At this time, only one business source, Data Innovations, LLC, is qualified for the Oracle Integration of the Data Innovations Instrument Manager proprietary operating system
Requirements Certification: I certify that the requirement outlined in this justification is a Bona Fide Need of the Department of Veterans Affairs and that the supporting data under my cognizance, which are included in the justification, are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.
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Name: Marcus Kuhnert Date
Title: Biomedical Engineer
Facility: VISN 12
Approvals in accordance with the VHAPM Part 806.3 OFOC SOP:
Contracting Officer Certification (required): I certify that the foregoing justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.
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Name: Eileen Meyer Date
Title: Contracting Officer
Facility: GLAC
One Level Above the Contracting Officer (Required over SAT but not exceeding $900K): I certify the justification meets requirements for other than full and open competition.
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Name: Matthew Zawada
Title: Services Branch Chief Date
Facility: GLAC

Eileen Meyer

DH10--MOD to add Oracle integration service  VISN 12 Data Innovations Universal Lab Interface

36C25226Q0148.docx

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Great Lakes Acquisition Center (GLAC) intends to award a sole source modification to contract 36C25226P0010 with Data Innovations, LLC. This modification will integrate the Oracle Integration service into the VISN 12 Data Innovations Universal Lab Interface across seven VA medical centers. This action is authorized under 41 U.S.C. 1901 and FAR 13.106-1(b)(2), as Data Innovations, LLC is identified as the sole authorized provider (OEM) for this service. This notice is not a request for competitive quotes, but firms believing they can meet the requirements must submit evidence, including an OEM authorization letter and proof of licensing/support, by December 16, 2025. The VA will evaluate responses, but reserves the right to proceed with the sole source negotiation. All provided items must be new, OEM-authorized, and free from gray market or counterfeit goods, adhering to VAAR 852.212-71.

Under Statutory Authority 41 U.S.C. 1901 the VA Great Lakes Acquisition Center (GLAC) intends to negotiate a sole source modification to contract 36C25226P0010 with Data Innovations, LLC to include the required Oracle Integration service throughout VISN 12 (see facilities below). The Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Data Innovations, LLC., is the only vendor authorized to provide this service.
Jesse Brown VA Medical Center (537), 820 South Damen Avenue, Chicago, IL 60612;
VA Illiana Health Care System (550), 1900 East Main Street, Danville, IL 61832;
Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital (578), 5000 South 5th Avenue, Hines, IL 60141;
Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center (585), 325 East H Street, Iron Mountain, MI 49801;
William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital (607), 2500 South Overlook Terrace, Madison, WI 53705;
Tomah VA Medical Center (676), 500 East Veterans Street, Tomah, WI 54660; and
Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center (695), 5000 West National Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53295.
This acquisition is conducted under the authority of 41 U.S.C. 1901 Simplified Acquisition Procedures as implemented in FAR 13.106-1(b)(2), only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. The NAICS Code is 541511.
This Notice of Intent is not a request for competitive quotes. No solicitation documents are available, and telephone requests will not be honored. However, if a firm believes it can meet the requirements it must furnish information about its products and services, as well as references from other customers who are using these products and services to the Contracting Officer by 10:00am CDT on 12/16/2025. Supporting evidence must be furnished in sufficient detail to demonstrate the ability to comply with the above requirements. This evidence shall include the following:
1. A letter from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) stating vendor is an authorized distributor per clause 852.212-71(c). See below.
2. Proof vendor can provide OEM licensing, support, and software.
3. Proof vendor can utilize OEM s billable service, if using.
Responses received will be evaluated, however; a determination by the Government not to compete the proposed procurement based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. If no responses are received, the Contracting Officer will proceed with the sole source negotiation with Data Innovations, LLC.
Capability statements shall be submitted by email only as a MS Word or Adobe PDF attachment to Eileen Meyer at eileen.meyer@va.gov. TELEPHONIC INQUIRIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
VAAR 852.212-71 GRAY MARKET AND COUNTERFEIT ITEMS (FEB 2023)
(a) No used, refurbished, or remanufactured supplies or equipment/parts shall be provided. This procurement is for new Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) items only. No gray market items shall be provided. Gray market items are OEM goods intentionally or unintentionally sold outside an authorized sales territory or sold by non-authorized dealers in an authorized sales territory.
(b) No counterfeit supplies or equipment/parts shall be provided. Counterfeit items include unlawful or unauthorized reproductions, substitutions, or alterations that have been mismarked, misidentified, or otherwise misrepresented to be an authentic, unmodified item from the original manufacturer, or a source with the express written authority of the original manufacturer or current design activity, including an authorized aftermarket manufacturer. Unlawful or unauthorized substitutions include used items represented as new, or the false identification of grade, serial number, lot number, date code, or performance characteristics.
(c) Vendor shall be an OEM, authorized dealer, authorized distributor, or authorized reseller for the proposed equipment/system, verified by an authorization letter or other documents from the OEM. All software licensing, warranty and service associated with the equipment/system shall be in accordance with the OEM terms and conditions.
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