2a. Brand Name JA Signed_Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification for Single Source Award document submitted by the Department of Veterans Affairs for a procurement over the Micro-Purchase Threshold but not exceeding the Simplified Acquisition Threshold.

The Altoona VA Medical Center (VISN 04, James E. Van Zandt Medical Center, Altoona, PA) is acquiring two Stryker System 9 Sagittal Saws and accessories through single source procurement. The equipment will support newly introduced ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) procedures at the facility. The contracting activity is identified as 2237: 503-26-3-225-0256, with Acquisition Plan Action ID 36C244-26-AP-1428. The estimated dollar value is redacted in the document.

The justification for single source procurement is based on brand-name requirements and unique characteristics. The Veterans Health Administration emphasizes that Stryker 9 large power tools are essential for delivering cutting-edge, efficient, and safe surgical care. The document notes that technological advancements have outpaced the capabilities of existing Stryker 9 tools, and modern surgical power tools offer enhanced precision, ergonomic comfort, and advanced safety features that contribute to improved surgical outcomes and patient safety. Market research was conducted on SAM.gov and FPDS-NG, determining that the requested items are only available through Open Market and two Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) authorized distributors and a Large Business manufacturer. The Contracting Officer, Amanda Saunders, certified the justification as accurate and complete on July 12, 2026.