J065--Centurion Equipment PM Services
ID: 36C25725Q0142Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF257-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 17 (36C257)ARLINGTON, TX, 76006, 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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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for the maintenance and management of Alcon Centurion Vision Systems at the South Texas Healthcare System in Harlingen, Texas. The procurement involves a comprehensive service maintenance agreement that includes preventive maintenance, repairs, and management of the equipment to meet Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications, with a primary performance period from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025, and options for four additional years. This contract is critical for ensuring the operational efficiency of medical equipment, which is vital for delivering high-quality healthcare services to veterans. Interested parties must submit their proposals by December 13, 2024, at 3 PM Central Time, and can contact Contract Specialist Lesley Kitchen at lesley.kitchen@va.gov or 972-708-0818 for further details.

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    Lesley KitchenContract Specialist
    (972) 708-0818
    lesley.kitchen@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking services for the maintenance and management of Centurion Equipment through Solicitation Number 36C25725Q0142. The proposal deadline is set for December 13, 2024, at 3 PM Central Time, with a corresponding location for service at the South Texas Healthcare System in Harlingen, Texas (ZIP code 78550). This solicitation is categorized under the Product Service Code J065 and falls within the NAICS Code 811210, which pertains to maintenance and repair services. The contracting office, located in Duncanville, Texas, encourages interested parties to contact Contract Specialist Lesley Kitchen for further details via the provided email address. This document represents a formal request for proposals (RFP), aimed at acquiring necessary equipment management services to support the operations of the Veterans Affairs healthcare facilities.
    The document outlines a federal request for proposal (RFP) for a comprehensive service maintenance agreement for VA-owned Alcon Centurion Vision Systems at the Veterans Affairs (VA) Valley Coastal Bend facility in Harlingen, Texas. The contract encompasses preventive maintenance (PM), repairs, and management of the equipment to meet Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications over a primary performance period from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025, with options for four additional years. Key responsibilities outlined for the contractor include the provision of timely service calls, ensuring safety compliance during operations, utilizing only OEM parts, and maintaining thorough documentation of services performed. An emphasis is placed on executing quality control measures and regular preventive maintenance to avoid equipment disruption. Specific clauses detail invoicing processes, contract terms, and performance monitoring requirements, ensuring accountability to government standards. This procurement aims to ensure that the critical equipment is maintained to the necessary operational standards, reflecting the VA's commitment to providing high-quality healthcare services. The document stresses regulatory compliance and the importance of contractor qualifications, ensuring that services are delivered efficiently and effectively.
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a justification for a single-source acquisition for maintenance and repair services related to Centurion Phacoemulsifier equipment. The contract, which exceeds the micro-purchase threshold but remains below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT) of $250,000, will ensure uninterrupted service through a base year and four option years. The only provider capable of performing the services is Alcon, the original manufacturer, alongside its exclusive distributor, The RemiGroup. Both have the specific certification and expertise required to maintain this equipment, which necessitates OEM parts and technically trained service technicians. Market research revealed no other vendors, including service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSB) or veteran-owned small businesses (VOSB), eligible to meet the requirements. Therefore, the contracting officer certified that the justification is compliant with applicable procurement guidelines in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b), affirming the accuracy of the need for this specialized acquisition. This document underscores the VA's focus on ensuring proper maintenance through authorized and certified service providers, thus safeguarding operational efficiency in healthcare service delivery.
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