J065--Arthroscope Service Agreement Intent to Sole Source For Louis Stokes Cleveland VAMC
ID: 36C25025Q0285Type: 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/5d72d6d0c82541cf895e0708c31bc8c5/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to negotiate a sole source contract with Arthrex, Inc. for an Arthroscope Service Agreement specifically for the Louis Stokes Cleveland Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC). This Firm-Fixed Price Agreement is necessary as the VA believes that only Arthrex, Inc. can fulfill the specialized requirements needed for effective clinical service delivery. The procurement emphasizes the VA's commitment to providing quality health care for veterans through the maintenance and repair of essential medical equipment. Interested contractors who can demonstrate relevant capabilities are encouraged to respond to Contract Officer Chad Kemper by February 14, 2025, although this notice does not constitute a request for competitive proposals.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Chad KemperContract Officer
    chad.kemper@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to negotiate a sole source contract with Arthrex, Inc. for an Arthroscope Service Agreement, specifically for the Louis Stokes Cleveland Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC). The contract will be a Firm-Fixed Price Agreement, as per FAR Subpart 13.2. This action is necessitated by the belief that only Arthrex, Inc. can meet the specific requirements of the VA. Responses to the notice are encouraged from contractors who can demonstrate capabilities that could benefit the government; however, this notice does not represent a request for competitive proposals. All submissions must be made to Contract Officer Chad Kemper by February 14, 2025. The objective is to fulfill clinical needs effectively through this specialized service agreement, emphasizing the VA's commitment to quality health care for veterans while following procurement regulations.
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