36C25018Q9667-005.pdf

VHAPM Part 813.106 Page 1 of 1 Original Date: 08/30/17

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-1655, -1656

1. Contracting Activity:

Network Contracting Office (NCO) 10, 260 E. University Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45219 Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 10, VA Medical Center, 17273 State Route 104 Chillicothe, OH 45601.

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

Purchase of the Zeiss OS Cirrus Photo equipment replaces older systems that are at past end-of-life-cycle and unsupportable through vendors and BioMed. In addition, multiple advances in technology make the upgrade to OCT 5000 Instruments a benefit to patient care. The addition of AngioPlex technology enhances the ability of our clinicians to evaluate blood flow, with patients with diabetic retinopathy. The old systems are located at the Community-Based Outpatient Clinics servicing the optometry patients. The older systems lack the connectivity needed to ensure patient tests results are uploaded to electronic health records. The new system would remedy these issues.

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

This is a direct replacement of outdated equipment. Brand name only is being requested to interface with legacy data. Market research indicates other manufacturer products are not compatible with the agency’s needs.

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

VetBiz was queried for both SDVOSB & VOSB concerns. The Government believes Corps Biologics, LLC is the only authorized Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) distributor of the requested equipment. Per a memo received from the manufacturer, Corps Biologics, LLC is the sole SDVOSB authorized reseller.

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.

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