36C24418Q9728-001.pdf

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: 36C244-18-AP-1706, PR 646-18-4-233-0242.

1. Contracting Activity: Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 04, 646 VA Medical Center

UNIVERSITY DR C, PITTSBURGH PA US 15240.

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

This is a brand name request for Hologic equipment. The current Hologic Mammography machine has the capability to be upgraded to provide 3D breast imaging in order to detect breast cancer before it is felt. This is a brand name request for Hologic equipment. Estimated cost is $125,800.00.

3. Unique characteristics that limit availability to only one source, with the reason no other supplies or services can be used:

The 3D tomography software can only be purchased through Hologic due to the compatibility with the Hologic Selenia Mammography machine. 3D Mammography exam is the only mammogram clinically proven to detect significantly more breast cancers compared to conventional mammography. Tomography exams are more accurate mammograms available in the fight against breast cancer for women of all ages, with both dense and non-dense breasts. Studies show that 3D tomography exams reduce callbacks by up to 40%. The Hologic 3D tomography viewing stations are compatible with the Hologic Selenia 2D machine currently in use.

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

Contracting Officer has determined that at least 2 vendors can provide quotes for this procurement.

Per the manufacturer, Hologic, Inc. and one of their authorized VOSB distributors American Medical Depot (AMD) will be able to provide quotes. In order to obtain the best price for the government we will compete among the 2 vendors.

5. 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.

Signature: _______________________ Signature: __________________________ Name: Amanda Saunders Name: Dianne E. Smith Title: Contracting Officer Title: Division Chief, NCO 4 Facility: NCO4 Facility: NCO4 https://www.acquisition.gov/?q=/browse/far/13 https://acquisition.gov/far/current/html/Subpart%2013_1.html#wp1125466