36C24718Q9474-001.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: 521-18-3-236-0141

Contracting Activity: Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 7, Birmingham VA Medical Center, 700 South 19th Street Birmingham, AL 35233

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

626 MidMark Barrier-Free Exam Tables

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

The Midmark Exam Tables are the best value due to the fact that they will allow us as a facility to continue with Our efforts for standardization of medical equipment in accordance with

VHA Handbook 1761.1. This also presents a cost savings to the facility. This type exam table is in all clinics thus Engineering will be able to repair one style of exam table saving time and money in parts and repairs. This will save time and training for Engineering and Nursing staff by standardizing the training required for using the exam tables. Standardization also allows Cost savings in EMS because one standardized table means one standardized cleaning method. For all these reasons the

Midmark 625 Barrier-free Power exam table Model 625-001 and upholstery.

Midmark is the only vendor that carries they type of exam chair that will accommodate or varied Veteran population. The adjustable height 17-19 inches, 500 lb weight capacity, powered tilt and Trendelenburg features and a arm system that assists with support and stabilization during patient transfer is a feature only available with this vendor. All these features are recommended in the Americans with Disability Act.

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

One Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business submitted offers in response to the previous solicitation for the 13 Dialysis Exam Tables. Equal Item were offered by the offer vendor.

Therefore, there appears to be multiple vendors who can be responsive to the solicitation but they cannot offer the exact items that is being requested. The requirement will be posted on the www.fedbizopps.gov.

4. 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.

Name Date Contracting Officer

08/08/2018 https://www.acquisition.gov/?q=/browse/far/13 http://www.fedbizopps.gov/ https://acquisition.gov/far/current/html/Subpart%2013_1.html#wp1125466

Name Date Contracting Specialist

8/7/2018