6505--Supply, TheraSphere Y90 - Nuclear Med, Cleveland
ID: 36C25025Q0054Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF250-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 10 (36C250)DAYTON, OH, 45428, USA

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Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing (325412)

PSC

DRUGS AND BIOLOGICALS (6505)

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https://sam.gov/opp/4e87af3c5fd848f7b2ec71dc3e5f6a87/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to negotiate a sole-source procurement for TheraSphere Y-90 doses, specifically targeting the treatment of unresectable primary Hepatocellular Carcinoma, with Boston Scientific. This procurement is justified under FAR 13.5 and 41 U.S.C. § 1901, indicating that only one source can fulfill the agency's requirements due to the specialized nature of the treatment, which involves the use of glass microspheres containing a radioactive isotope (Y-90) injected directly into the liver to combat liver cancer. Interested parties are encouraged to express their capability to meet this requirement by the deadline of October 15, 2024, at 9 AM EST, although no solicitation is currently available. All inquiries should be directed to Contracting Officer Robert Blasko at robert.blasko@va.gov.

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    Robert BlaskoContracting Officer
    (216) 447-8300
    robert.blasko@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to negotiate a sole-source procurement for TheraSphere Y-90 doses to treat unresectable primary Hepatocellular Carcinoma, specifically with Boston Scientific. This decision follows FAR 13.5 and 41 U.S.C. § 1901 provisions, suggesting that only one source can meet the agency's requirements. The TheraSphere treatment utilizes glass microspheres attached to a radioactive isotope, Y-90, delivered directly into the liver to combat liver cancer. Interested parties may express their capability to fulfill this requirement by the response deadline of October 15, 2024, at 9 AM EST, although no solicitation is currently available. The VA's discretion will determine if competition is warranted based on expressions of interest. All inquiries are directed to Contracting Officer Robert Blasko via email. This notice demonstrates the VA's procurement intent and outlines the specific medical necessity for the TheraSphere Y-90 treatment while encouraging communication from potential suppliers.
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