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VHAPM Part 813.106 Simplified Acquisition Procedures: Soliciting from a Single Source Attachment 1: Single Source Justification for SAP under the SAT

VHAPM Part 813.106 Page 1 of 2 Original Date: 08/30/17 Revision 02 Eff Date: 03/31/2020

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Justification for Single Source Awards IAW FAR 13.106-1 For

Over Micro-Purchase Threshold but Not Exceeding the SAT ($250K)

Acquisition Plan Action ID: 36E776-20-AP-0082 Procurement Request: 640-20-1-522-0029

1. Contracting Activity: Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 17, Palo Alto, Newly constructed Basic

Science Research and Veterinary Medical Unit (VMU).

2. Brief Description of Supplies/ Services required and the intended use/Estimated Amount:

This is a brand name justification for a requirement that will be awarded as a new “Firm Fixed Price” purchase order in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 13.5 to support the Laboratory Research department. This requirement for one (1) brand name Leica Compact Surgical Microscope M525 F20; Designed as an Otolaryngology Microscope (ENT). The requirements improves daily performance and supplements their existing workflow as the research lab expands at the Basic Science Research and Veterinary Medical Unit (VMU). The addition of the system will impact Level V, Animal Tech Office, Room V-221.

Providing the following Leica Brand Components:

Item # Description/Part Number* Qty

0001 Optics carrier M525 OH4 / F20 / CT20. 1

0002 Floorstand System F20 for M525. 1

0003 Holder for camera control unit for F20. 1

0004 Power cable, 5m, North America. 1

0005 Dust Cover. 1

0006 Beamsplitter 70/30%, observation. 1

0007 Binocular tube var. 30-150 deg. T, Typ II L. 1

0008 Eyepiece f. spect. W's 10x/21B, type II. 2

0009 180 deg. Dual stereo Attach. 70/30% for M500. 1

0010 Binocular tube var. 30-150 deg. T, Typ II L. 1

0011 Eyepiece f. spect. W's 10x/21B, type II. 1 https://www.acquisition.gov/?q=/browse/far/13

VHAPM Part 813.106 Simplified Acquisition Procedures: Soliciting from a Single Source Attachment 1: Single Source Justification for SAP under the SAT

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0012 manual Video Adapter f=55. 1

0013 Leica HD C100 for all mics except OH's. 1

0014 Documentation system Evo4K. 1

0015 Cable kit USB300 & EvoHD. 1

0016 Magnification Multiplier 1.4x 1

3. Unique characteristics that limit availability to only one source, with the reason no other supplies or services can be used: The Basic Science Research and Veterinary Medical Unit (VMU) is currently using Leica microscopes in the VMU department. The microscope provides the ability or researchers to determine the diagnosis from samples obtained. To ensure efficient data and research the procurement of this microscope is needed. The microscope has components of size, precise maneuverability, high quality illumination to give enough light for deep operative sites. With the Leica M525 F20 microscope movement and compactivity is optimal. With the compact size of the configured work space of the VMU this microscope allows research to be performed with efficiency within a small space to allow more free working room. The Leica M525 F20 microscope has interchangeable objective protection cover features optical glass with high-quality coating to ensure best possible visibility.

4. Description of market research conducted and results or statement why it was not conducted:

On January 10,2020, an RFI/Sources Sought is issued on Contract Opportunities with responses requested by January 20,2020 and the posting remains available through April 18,2020 prior to archiving. The intent of the RFI was to 1) Determine the availability of sources who could provide the exact brand name for Leica Compact Surgical Microscope M525 F20 and 2) Determine the availability of the sources who could provide items determined to be equivalent to Leica Compact Surgical Microscope M525 F20. The posting was essentially an intent to establish sources and it was stated in the RFO that responses would be used to determine the future formal procurement strategy. In response to the RFI posted to Contract Opportunities one (1) response was received.

The manufacturer Leica indicated that they do not have no authorized distributors for this microscope on January 21,2020. Therefore, any responses received expressing the brand name product should be considered gray market items. Given this market research, it is determined that this requirement will be processed as a sole source for an Other than Small Business.

Contracting Officer's Certification: Purchase is approved in accordance with FAR13.106-1(b). I certify that the foregoing justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Robert Blasko Date Contracting Officer

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