36C25018Q9658-001.pdf

VHAPM Part 813.106 Simplified Acquisition Procedures: Soliciting from a Single Source Attachment 1: Single Source Justification for SAP under the SAT

VHAPM Part 813.106 Page 1 of 2 Original Date: 08/30/17 Revision 01 Eff Date: 04/23/2018

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: _36C250-18-AP-1776_

1. Contracting Activity: Department of Veterans Affairs, NCO 10 Contracting, VISN 10, Chillicothe VA

Medical Center, Chillicothe, Ohio is seeking “Justification for Single Source Award” for the purchase of eCareManager Software Solution. The purchase request/2237 is: 538-18-3-087-0075.

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

Requirement is to install, configure and test audio and video hardware in support of the eCareManager Software Solution. Contractor will be required to install CAT5e cable in the designated ICU Rooms for the equipment. Chillicothe VAMC will supply all power required and will supply all network jacks required. Contractor will also be required to remove existing audio and video hardware and box up existing hardware, before installing new audio and video hardware.

The estimated value of the proposed action is $ 76,255.34

3. Unique characteristics that limit availability to only one source, with the reason no other supplies or services can be used: eCareManager enables effective patient population management, it provides increased clinical decision support and fosters care coordination. Powered by advanced clinical algorithms, eCareManager synthesizes patient data and translates it into information that helps providers identify patients most at-risk at any given moment and allocates resources accordingly. As a patient moves to different units eCareManager keeps their information in a centralized database. It ensures patient care teams (bedside and telehealth) always have access to the same, up-to-date information, allowing for efficient and effective collaboration.

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

The technical experts in the Program Office determined no other equipment will meet the requirement.

IAW 810.001-70, a search of Vetbiz using NAICS Code 541519, keyword “eCareManager” revealed zero SDVOSB/VOSB concerns. Additional market research did not provide a reasonable expectation of receiving two or more offers/quotes from capable and verified VOSBs. Rule of Two not attainable.

A catalog review of VA Advantage, NAC, SAC, MSPV-NG and NX Equipment Catalog listings resulted in zero schedule contracts. The National Strategic Source Listing also resulted in zero schedule contracts. Sources Sought were posted on both SEWP and FBO to maximize potential competition.

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VHAPM Part 813.106 Simplified Acquisition Procedures: Soliciting from a Single Source Attachment 1: Single Source Justification for SAP under the SAT

VHAPM Part 813.106 Page 2 of 2 Original Date: 08/30/17 Revision 01 Eff Date: 04/23/2018

Neither sources sought received interest. FPDS revealed previous purchases across VHA were awarded as open market sole source procurements.

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.

____________________________ __9-Aug-2018_ Dwight Petsche Date Contracting Officer https://acquisition.gov/far/current/html/Subpart%2013_1.html#wp1125466