P03 FAR 13 Justification Evac Chair printed_Redacted.pdf

This document is a Justification for Single Source Awards for the Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically for the James J. Peters VA Medical Center. The procurement involves a brand name only purchase of eighteen (18) EVAC+CHAIR 750H Evacuation Chairs, valued at an undisclosed amount, to be used during emergencies for safely transporting individuals with mobility impairments.

The justification provides detailed market research demonstrating the unique requirements for this specific chair model. Market searches using various NAICS codes and keywords yielded limited results, with a GSA contract and VA contract confirming availability of the requested chairs. The document emphasizes the need for this specific brand due to its seamless integration with existing emergency response equipment, standardization across facility floors, and minimization of staff training and operational risks. The effective date of this procurement action is 11/15/2024, with the Acquisition Plan Action ID of 36C242-25-AP-3135.