P03 Brand Name Justification_Redacted.pdf
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This document is a Justification for Limiting Sources (LSJ) for a brand name procurement by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The VA intends to sole source a Platinum Elite Dx Body plethysmograph chamber with accessories and a five-year support agreement from Medical Graphics Corporation (MGC) under Federal Supply Schedule Contract Number 36F79719D0257. The procurement is specifically for the Tennessee Valley Healthcare System (TVHS), with the justification citing the need for a system compatible with VA computer systems, particularly VISTA\CPRS, and the ability to provide timely repairs without disrupting patient care.
The procurement is valued under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT) and justified under FAR 8.405-6(b) for items peculiar to one manufacturer. Market research confirmed the unique capabilities of the Platinum Elite Series body plethysmographs, which offer comprehensive diagnostic features, unlimited weight capacity, and HL7 interface software. The VA notes significant challenges with previous service experiences, including extended repair times and lab downtime, which further support the sole source justification. The anticipated award date is no later than 07-30-2025, with a performance period from 07/30/2025 through 11/01/2025.
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Justification for Limiting Sources for Micro-Purchase Threshold up to the SAT
VHAPG Part 808.405-6 Limiting Sources Page 1 of 2 Revision: 01 Effective Date: 09/01/2024 Acquisition ID#: 36C249-25-AP-1958
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
FAR 8 Justification for Limiting Sources (LSJ) For
Limiting Sources (<SAT)
Acquisition Plan Action ID: 36C249-25-AP-1958
1. Contracting Activity: Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Veterans Integrated Services
Network (VISN 09), Network Contracting Office (NCO) 9,1639 MedicalCenter Parkway Suite 204, Murfreesboro, TN 37129. Tennessee Valley Healthcare System (TVHS) 1310 24th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37212.
2237: 626-25-2-313-0115
2. Description of Action: This procurement is for additional brand name products/services set forth in section 3 below to be awarded under a firm-fixed price contract in accordance with (IAW) FAR 8.405-6(b) Items peculiar to one manufacturer.
Order against: FSS Contract Number: 36F79719D0257
Name of Proposed Contractor: Medical Graphics Corporation (MGC) Street Address: 350 Oak Grove PK City, State, Zip: Saint Paul, Minnesota 55127
3. Description of Supplies or Services: This is a brand name procurement. This procurement consists of the Platinum Elite Dx Body plethysmograph chamber with accessories and a five-year support agreement.
Platinum Elite Dx Body plethysmograph chamber is currently in use at TVHS and is compatible with the VA computer systems where other whole-body plethysmograph chambers may not be compatible with VA systems. Parts are interchangeable if needed for repair which can provide a timely repair without the lab being shut down and patients and sent to community care.
Additionally, the new system must be compatible with VISTA\CPRS which requires HL7 interface. Compatibility with both Vista\CPRS and Cerner would be optimal, but VISTA\CPRS compatibility is required.
4. Authority:
Order Against FSS: Authority of the Multiple Award Schedule Program, Title III of the Federal Property and Administrative Services Act of 1949 (41 USC 251, et seq.); Title 40 USC 501,
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