J065--GULDMANN 3G PATIENT CEILING LIFT PM & SERVICES
ID: 36C24125Q0089Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF241-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 01 (36C241)TOGUS, ME, 04330, USA

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VETERINARY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (J065)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/bcffcf4ed5824c399ca365f4b6a8aa4e/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to award a sole source firm-fixed contract for preventive and corrective maintenance services on Guldmann ceiling lifts at the Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial VA Hospital in Bedford, MA. The contract will be awarded to Premier Medical Distributors, LLC, the only authorized service provider for Guldmann, Inc., and will encompass all necessary labor, equipment, and materials, including emergency services, technical support, and training for VA staff. This procurement is critical for ensuring the reliable operation of medical equipment essential for patient care, with the contract period spanning from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2029, and options for extension. Interested parties must submit their qualifications by November 22, 2024, to Contract Specialist Kim McCarthy at kim.mccarthy@va.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Kim McCarthyContract Specialist
    (774) 826-4806
    kim.mccarthy@va.gov
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    36C24125Q0089.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to issue a presolicitation notice for a sole source firm-fixed contract to provide preventive and corrective maintenance services for Guldmann ceiling lifts at the Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial VA Hospital in Bedford, MA. The proposed contract is directed towards Premier Medical Distributors, LLC, the only authorized service provider for Guldmann, Inc. The contract will cover labor, equipment, and materials necessary to maintain the lifts, including emergency services and technical support. Technicians must be certified by Guldmann, utilize OEM-original parts, and provide training for VA staff on equipment handling. The contract duration is from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2029, with options for extension. Interested parties can submit qualifications for consideration by the specified response date of November 22, 2024. This notice indicates the VA's commitment to ensuring reliable lift services for patient care while adhering to federal procurement guidelines specific to service-disabled veteran-owned businesses.
    P03_Single Source Justification AZ_Redacted.pdf
    The document outlines a justification for a single-source procurement under the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for the maintenance of Guldmann Ceiling Lifts at the VAMC Bedford. The contract, with an estimated amount for the base year yet unspecified, is necessary for preventative and corrective maintenance, software updates, and labor. Guldmann is recognized as the only original equipment manufacturer (OEM) for the specific GH3 patient lift systems in use, and their proprietary software necessitates working directly with Guldmann Inc. or their authorized vendor, Premier Medical Distributors, to ensure proper maintenance and service. Market research involving multiple searches revealed no alternative vendors capable of providing the required maintenance services. The document concludes with the Contracting Officer's certification, affirming the justification's accuracy and compliance with FAR guidelines. This procurement strategy exemplifies the VA’s approach to ensuring specialized service maintenance while adhering to regulatory procurement standards.
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