GS-07F-5934R-030.pdf

VHAPM Part 808.405-6 L imiting Sources Attachment I : Justification for Limiting Sources for Micro-Purchase Threshold up to the SAT

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

FAR 8 - Justification for Limiting Sources (LSJ) For

Limiting Sources (<SAT)

Acquisition Plan Action ID: 36C246-18-AP-0233 (658-18-3-9038-0598)

1. Contracting Activity: Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 06, Hampton VA Medical

Center, 100 Emancipation Dr., Hampton, VA 23667.

2. Description of Action: The Salem VAMC Research Dept has a Brand Name SEWP requirement for a Bio-Rad PCR Touch Real Time CFX96 Detection System. The system will be used in the Research Lab to test bone marrow derived from dendritic cells. This six-channel real-time PCR instrument combines advanced optical technology with precise temperature control to deliver sensitive, reliable detection for singlexplex or multiplex reactions.

Researchers currently use the Bio-Rad system for research, training and proficiencies.

Order against: ~ FSS Contract Number: GS-07F-5934R

Name of Proposed Contractor:

Street Address:

City, State, Zip:

Phone:

Government Scientific Source (VOSB) 12351 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston, Virginia 20191

(703) 734-1805

3. Description of Supplies or Services: PCR Detection System.

The estimated value of the proposed action is$ 22,493.86

The PCR Detection System and suppo1t equipment will be used in the SVAMC Research Dept to test bone marrow derived from dendritic cells. This is a follow-on supply request for equipment currently used by the SVAMC Research Laboratory.

4. Authority:

ORDER AGAINST FSS: Authority of the Multiple Award Schedule Program, Title Ill of the Federal

Property and Administrative Services Act of 1949 (41 USC 251, et seq.); Title 40 USC 501, Services for Executive Agencies; and Section 803 of the National Defense Authorization Act of 2002 (PL 107-107) and implemented by FAR 8.405-6. Mark the applicable exception:

VHAPM Part 808.405-6 Limiting Sources

Original Date: 08/30/2017 Revision 01 Eff Date: 04/23/2018

VHAPM Pait 808.405-6 Limiti ng Sources Attachment I: Justification for Limiting So urces for Micro-Purchase Threshold up to the SAT

D An urgent and compelling need exists, and following the procedures would result in unacceptable delays (FAR 8.405-6(a)(l)(i) (A);

D Only one source can provide the supplies or services required at the level of quality required because the supplies or services are unique or highly specialized; (FAR 8.405- 6(a)(l)(i)(B)};

C8J In the interest of economy and efficiency, the new work is a logical follow-on to an original Federal Supply Schedule order and the original order was placed in accordance with the applicable Federal Supply Schedule ordering procedures. The original order was not previously issued under sole-source or limited-sources procedures (FAR 8.405- 6(a)(l)(i)(C)); or

D Items peculiar to one manufacturer. An item peculiar to one manufacturer can be a particular brand name, product, or a feature of a product, peculiar to one manufacturer) . A brand name item, whether available on one or more schedule contracts, is an item peculiar t o one manufacturer (FAR 8.405-6(b)).

5. Rational/explanation to support cited authority: See above. (Par 3) .

6. Note that this determination satisfies the requirements of FAR 8.405-6. The requirement to prepare a written justification IAW FAR 6.303 does not apply to Federal Supply Schedules.

Tiffany Pimble Contract Specialist lSwfanv M Pimble 326115

Digitally signed by ·Tiffany M. Pimble

326115 Date: 2018.07.13 11 :27:22 -04'00'

VHAPM Part 808.405-6 Limiting Sources Original Date : 08/30/2017 Revis ion 01 Eff Date : 04/23/2018

Natalie Bennett Contractin~ Officer Date: Y~ 8~ 7/13/2018