J065--Notice of Intent to Sole Source Siemens Rad Room Repair
ID: 36C25225Q0064Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252)MILWAUKEE, WI, 53214, 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/63176b2e800747fc9253d498570c314f/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to negotiate a sole source contract with Siemens Corporation for the repair of Siemens Artis Zee Radiology Equipment at the Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital in Hines, Illinois. The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary labor, materials, and management to restore the equipment to operational status within 30 days of contract award, as the equipment is currently non-operational due to physical damage. This procurement is critical to ensuring uninterrupted patient care, as the radiology equipment plays a vital role in medical procedures. Interested firms that believe they can meet the requirements must submit their qualifications to Contract Specialist Della C Bond at Della.Bond@va.gov by 10:00 AM CST on November 1, 2024, after which Siemens is expected to be awarded the contract if no suitable alternatives are identified.

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    Della C BondContract Specialist
    414-844-4800 x43262
    della.bond@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Great Lakes Acquisition Center (GLAC) intends to negotiate a sole source contract with Siemens Corporation for the repair of Siemens Artis Zee Radiology Equipment at Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital in Hines, Illinois. Under 41 U.S.C. 1901, this procurement follows simplified acquisition procedures, as only Siemens can meet the agency’s specific needs for this equipment, which is currently non-operational due to damage. The contractor is required to provide all necessary labor, materials, and management to ensure the equipment is safely operational within 30 days of contract award. The scope includes inspecting and repairing physical damages, adhering to the hospital's operational schedule, and minimizing disruption to patient services. Workers must check in and wear contractor badges while on hospital grounds. Documentation of completed work must be provided, including service dates, model numbers, and parts replaced. The deadline for any capable firms to submit their qualifications is November 1, 2024, after which Siemens will likely be awarded the contract if no suitable alternatives are identified. This notice emphasizes the government’s intent to ensure patient care is not compromised while solely relying on the established provider for service.
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