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VHAPM Part 813.106 Simplified Acquisition Procedures: Soliciting Brand Name Attachment 1: Brand Name Justification for SAP under the SAT

VHAPM Part 813.106 Page 1 of 1 Original Date: 08/30/17 Revision 01 Eff Date: 04/23/2018

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Justification for Brand Name IAW FAR 13.106-1 For

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

Acquisition Plan Action ID: 36C246-19-AP-4381_

1. Contracting Activity: Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 06 Durham VA Medical Center, NCO 6

PR# 558-19-3-122-0286.

2. Brief Description of Supplies/ Services required and the intended use/Estimated Amount: This procurement is for the Bertec Balance Advantage Dynamic CDP System. The CDP system is used to help assess rehabilitate patients for postural balance. The system is able to isolate the functional contributions of vestibular inputs, visual inputs, somatosensory inputs, central integrating mechanisms, and neuromuscular system outputs for postural and balance control. Estimated procurement amount is.

3. Unique characteristics that limit availability to only one source, with the reason no other supplies or services can be used: The Bertec CDP/IVR system is the only system that allows the use of immersive virtual reality which unlocks endless training and visual assessment scenarios that are impossible with a mechanical surround. The CDP/IVR has a low step-up profile of only four inches this provides easier access for patients suffering from dizziness. This has a dual force plate. The other equipment on the market does not. The IVR allows the ability to create compelling visual conflict from a library of stimuli in real-time. This is not available on any other device.

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

ECAT was searched and yielded no results. VIP search and sources sought found no interested parties. GSA Advantage yielded no BERTEC products. NAC MedSurg yielded no contracts with BERTEC products. The procurement history of Bertec CDP/IVR system have all been through the manufacturer and JE Hurley the company’s authorized SDVOSB distributor.

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.

Keeshia Newman Branch Chief - Supervisor https://www.acquisition.gov/?q=/browse/far/13 https://acquisition.gov/far/current/html/Subpart%2013_1.html#wp1125466