6515--Notice of Intent to Sole Source Nitron CryoConsole and Accessories Pittsburgh VA Medical Center-University Drive Pittsburgh, PA 15240
ID: 36C24425Q0171Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF244-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 4 (36C244)PITTSBURGH, PA, 15215, USA

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

MEDICAL AND SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6515)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f48580ea29124732867d05d5aa6ba92b/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole source contract to Medtronic USA, Inc. for the procurement of a Nitron CryoConsole and its associated accessories for the Pittsburgh VA Medical Center. This specialized equipment is essential for cardiac mapping procedures, highlighting its critical role in the healthcare services provided by the VA. The contract is expected to be awarded without competition due to the unique capabilities of Medtronic to meet the specific requirements outlined, with responses from interested firms due by December 17, 2024, at 8:00 AM EST. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Contracting Officer Mickeya Linzie at mickeya.linzie@va.gov or by phone at 302-516-0009.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Mickeya LinzieContracting Officer
    (302) 516-0009
    mickeya.linzie@va.gov
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    36C24425Q0171.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole source contract to Medtronic USA, Inc. for a Nitron CryoConsole and its accessories needed by the Pittsburgh VA Medical Center for cardiac mapping procedures. The equipment, identified through Solicitation Number 36C24425Q0171, includes specific items such as the Arctic Front Advance Pro CryoAblation Catheters and FlexCath Advance steerable sheaths, among others. This special notice indicates that the requirement is brand name only, under the belief that only Medtronic can meet the necessary specifications for this critical equipment. Interested firms may submit capability statements by the response deadline of December 17, 2024, at 8:00 AM CST, although the contract is intended to be awarded without competition due to Medtronic's unique capabilities. The document outlines necessary submission details, including company identification and experience, and specifies the evaluation criteria. The overall aim is to secure essential equipment for the VA's healthcare provision while complying with FAR regulations. This reflects the government's approach to streamline procurement for essential medical supplies.
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