J065--Biomerieux Vitek MS Equipment Maintenance Intent to Sole Source For Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center
ID: 36C25025Q0479Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF250-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 10 (36C250)DAYTON, OH, 45428, 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/b2c0cd912bfc403887bfe239ad5776eb/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Apr 9, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 9, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 17, 2025, 2:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Network Contracting Office 10, intends to negotiate a sole source Firm-Fixed Price Contract with Biomerieux, Inc. for the maintenance of Biomerieux Vitek MS equipment at the Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center. This procurement is based on the belief that Biomerieux is uniquely qualified to meet the specific maintenance requirements for this specialized medical equipment. The service agreement is critical for ensuring the operational efficiency of the equipment used in the facility, which plays a vital role in patient care. Interested contractors may submit a capabilities statement by April 17, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time to Sara Wood, Contract Specialist, via email at sara.wood1@va.gov, although this notice does not constitute a request for competitive proposals.

Point(s) of Contact
Sara WoodContract Specialist
sara.wood1@va.gov
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Posted
36C25025Q0479.docx
Apr 9, 2025, 9:08 PM UTC
The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to engage in a sole source Firm-Fixed Price Contract with Biomerieux, Inc. for a service agreement regarding Biomerieux Vitek MS equipment maintenance at the Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center. This decision is based on the belief that Biomerieux is the only vendor capable of adequately fulfilling the government’s requirements. Responses to this notice can be submitted by other contractors demonstrating competitive advantages, but this is not an invitation for competitive proposals, as no solicitation package is provided. The deadline for submissions is April 17, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The document serves to meet federal publication requirements, and any received responses will not incur any costs to the government. The notice emphasizes the unavailability of a competitive bidding process for this specific consultation, reinforcing Biomerieux's unique capabilities in servicing the needed equipment. Overall, this document underscores the VA's procurement process for specialized maintenance services, clarifying intentions and submission protocols.
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