Software Maintenance - Alaris Devices and Systems Manager Software
ID: 36C24125Q0482Type: Special Notice
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VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFUS

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Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

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MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VETERINARY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (J065)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking to award a sole-source contract for Software Maintenance Services related to the Alaris System Devices and Alaris System Manager software, which is currently utilized across all VISN 1 Medical Centers. The procurement aims to provide comprehensive software support and enhancements, ensuring the continued functionality and reliability of these critical medical systems. This contract is being pursued under FAR 13.5 Simplified Procedures for Certain Commercial Items, with the intention to replace an expiring contract, and it is noted that only CareFusion Solutions LLC meets the agency's requirements for this service. Interested parties may inquire further by contacting Fred Revah at frederic.revah1@va.gov or Cynthia Thompson at cynthia.thompson2@va.gov, with the notice closing on May 19th at 6:00 AM EST.

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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically VISN 01, intends to award a sole-source contract to CareFusion Solutions LLC for support and maintenance of its Alaris System Manager Software. This action is in compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) citing that only one viable source meets the agency's requirements. The notice indicates that the government's decision to refrain from competitive bidding is at its discretion, with no request for competitive proposals being issued. Interested parties are encouraged to demonstrate their capability to fulfill this requirement; however, any competition must convincingly benefit the government. Queries regarding the contract can be directed to the contracting specialist, with the notice closing on May 19th at 6:00 AM EST. This notice serves to inform the public about the planned sole-source contract in accordance with federal procurement procedures.
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