J065--GE Precision Healthcare Imaging Contract
ID: 36C25625Q0028Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF256-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 16 (36C256)RIDGELAND, MS, 39157, 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/05322cd848d04201a6da14f9e716e850/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration (VHA), Network Contracting Office 16, intends to award a sole-source contract to GE Precision Healthcare LLC for a service plan covering the maintenance of critical GE radiological equipment. This contract will include a 12-month base period with four optional 12-month extensions, focusing on essential services for specific GE models, including the MR 1.5T Signa Artist and CT Optima CT660. The procurement is vital for ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and maintaining high-quality healthcare delivery for veterans, as GE is the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) uniquely qualified to provide the necessary services and parts. Interested parties may contest this sole-source determination by submitting their qualifications and OEM authorization to the Contract Specialist, Carolyn Bennett, via email by October 22, 2024, at 10:00 A.M. Central Standard Time (CST).

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    Carolyn BennettContract Specialist
    carolyn.bennett1@va.gov
    carolyn.bennett1@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Veterans Health Administration (VHA), Network Contracting Office 16, intends to award a sole-source contract to GE Precision Healthcare LLC for a service plan covering maintenance of critical radiological equipment, which includes specific GE models. The contract will feature a 12-month base period and four optional 12-month periods. This procurement falls under FAR 6.302-1, permitting the solicitation from a single source due to GE being the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) capable of providing necessary services and parts. The document specifies that GE Precision Healthcare is uniquely qualified to fulfill the requirements based on market research and past performance. Interested parties can contest this sole-source determination by submitting evidence of their capabilities and OEM authorization by October 22, 2024. The government may choose not to conduct a competitive procurement based on the gathered information. All responses must be emailed to the provided contact, and only those complying with the specific conditions will be considered. The notice emphasizes strict adherence to procedures and the VA's commitment to maintaining high standards of care for veterans.
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