J065--Intent to Sole Source Zeiss Equipment Maint - CI VA HCS
ID: 36C26324Q1226Type: Special Notice
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- MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VETERINARY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (J065)

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https://sam.gov/opp/d68a3f68116c4ef1a09637ba93cbe73d/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to award a sole source contract for the maintenance and repair of Carl Zeiss eye equipment utilized at the Central Iowa VA Health Care System. This procurement is necessary as Carl Zeiss Meditec is the exclusive entity authorized to service its proprietary equipment, ensuring operational continuity for critical medical services. The contract will be awarded under FAR 6.302-1 guidelines, with a submission deadline for capability statements set for October 7, 2024, at 12:00 PM Central Time. Interested firms should direct their responses to Contract Specialist Heather M. Soto at heather.soto@va.gov, providing detailed corporate experience and relevant information to demonstrate their capability to fulfill the contract requirements.

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    Heather M SotoContract Specialist
    (319) 688-3513
    Heather.Soto@va.gov
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    36C26324Q1226_1.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to award a sole source contract for the maintenance of Carl Zeiss eye equipment utilized in the Central Iowa VA Health Care System. The procurement will follow FAR 6.302-1 guidelines, as Carl Zeiss Meditec is the sole entity authorized for repair, servicing, and component replacement of the specified equipment. Responses to this notice are not sought through competitive quotes, but responsible firms with the capability to meet the requirements are encouraged to submit written notifications and capability statements. The deadline for these submissions is set for October 7, 2024, at 12:00 PM Central Time. Potential respondents must provide their corporate experience, alongside relevant details about their capability to fulfill the contract needs. The Notice specifies that any decision by the Government to not pursue competitive procurement is at its discretion. This procurement notice emphasizes the VA's commitment to ensuring operational continuity through specialized equipment maintenance while adhering to proper procurement policies.
    P03_Sole Source Justification.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) seeks approval for a single-source procurement for the maintenance, repair, and parts replacement of Carl Zeiss Meditec eye equipment at the Central Iowa VA Health Care System. This request, outlined under FAR 13.106-1, explains that only Carl Zeiss Meditec is authorized to service its proprietary equipment, thus limiting options for suppliers. Market research conducted found no eligible service-disabled veteran-owned or veteran-owned small businesses registered to meet the criteria, confirming the necessity for a sole source. The Contracting Officer has certified the justification as accurate and complete, allowing the acquisition to move forward under the simplified acquisition procedures, which include purchases above the micro-purchase threshold but not exceeding $250,000. This document exemplifies streamlined contracting processes within government RFPs focused on specialized services and products.
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