J065--GeneXpert System Maintenance Service
ID: 36C24625P0555Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF246-NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 6 (36C246)HAMPTON, VA, 23667, USA

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

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

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https://sam.gov/opp/f5e7616ff2b941659c04d8cb34576a71/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to award a sole-source contract for maintenance services of GeneXpert systems to CEPHEID INC. at the Durham VA Medical Center in North Carolina. This procurement is based on market research indicating that CEPHEID INC. is the only authorized vendor capable of providing the necessary maintenance and repair services for these specialized medical systems. The GeneXpert systems play a crucial role in supporting veteran healthcare by enabling rapid diagnostic testing, thereby enhancing patient care. Interested contractors are encouraged to express their interest within three days of the notice issuance by contacting the Contracting Officer, Harold McQuillia, at harold.mcquillia@va.gov, as the acquisition will follow Simplified Acquisition Procedures and will not be open for full competition.

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    Harold McQuilliaContracting Officer
    (757) 315-3430
    harold.mcquillia@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs seeks to award a sole-source contract for maintenance services of GeneXpert systems to CEPHEID INC. at the Durham VA Medical Center in North Carolina. This decision stems from market research indicating that CEPHEID INC. is the only authorized vendor capable of providing the required services. While the notice is not a request for competitive bids, the government welcomes expressions of interest from other contractors within three days of the notice issuance, which will be assessed to determine if any alternatives to CEPHEID INC. exist. The acquisition is being handled under Simplified Acquisition Procedures and will not be open for full competition, per FAR regulations. Contractors interested in providing these services must contact the Contracting Officer, Harold McQuillia, via email. This notice exemplifies the government's discretion in contract procurement and its commitment to ensuring access to specialized services for veteran healthcare facilities.
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