J059--Gas Monitor Sensor Exchange
ID: 36C26325Q0133Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263)Saint Paul, MN, 55101, USA

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT COMPONENTS (J059)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/8e417ab1aa82454897320537a93bfe36/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a presolicitation notice for a sole source contract to provide Gas Monitor Sensor Exchange Services for the Fargo VA Health Care System. The contract will be awarded to ChemDAQ Inc., the only vendor capable of supplying the necessary sensors and extended warranties for the existing gas monitors at the facility, as determined by market research. This procurement is critical for maintaining effective healthcare service delivery and is conducted under the authority of 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1) and FAR 6.302-1, which allows for non-competitive awards when only one source can meet the requirements. Interested vendors may submit their capability statements to Contract Specialist Savannah Weberg at savannah.weberg@va.gov, specifying "Gas Monitor Sensor Exchange Services" in the subject line, to express their interest in this opportunity.

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    Savannah WebergContract Specialist
    320-252-1670 x4701
    savannah.weberg@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs has issued a presolicitation notice for a sole source contract regarding the exchange of gas monitor sensors for the Fargo VA Health Care System. The proposed award will be made to ChemDAQ Inc., which is identified as the only supplier able to provide essential sensors and extended warranties for existing gas monitors at the facility. This contract is predicated on authority from 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1) and FAR 6.302-1, indicating that no other vendors can meet the requirements. The NAICS code for this service is 811210, and the Product Service Code is J059. Although this notice is not a request for competitive quotes, other vendors may express their interest and capabilities. Such submissions will assist the agency in determining whether a competitive procurement will be pursued. Interested parties are invited to contact the Contract Specialist, Savannah Weberg, via email, specifying “Gas Monitor Sensor Exchange Services” in the subject line. This notice highlights the VA's commitment to ensuring they have the necessary equipment for effective healthcare service delivery while adhering to federal acquisition regulations.
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