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VHAPM Part 813.106 Simplified Acquisition Procedures: Soliciting from a Single Source Attachment 1: Single Source Justification for SAP under $150K

VHAPM Part 813.106 Page 1 of 2 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 ($150K)

Acquisition Plan Action ID: VA256-18-AP-5044__

1. Contracting Activity: Department of Veterans Affairs, NCO 16, Division II, Supply Team C, SHR, Overton Brooks VA Medical Center, Shreveport, LA. 2237# 667-18-2-132-0220

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

Microscopes for diagnosis of disease in pathology department, for use with telemedicine equipment. Amount is estimated under $100K:

Item UI Unit Price Qty Description 1 EA $xxxxxx 5 Ci-L Ergo PKG - Ci-L Stand, 6x Nose...

2 EA $xxxxxx 10 Power Cord 3 EA $xxxxxx 5 Swing-out Achro Condenser with swin...

4 EA $xxxxxx 5 C-TEP Photo port for tilt binoc wit...

5 EA $xxxxxx 5 C-IA Intermediate Body with fixed a...

6 EA $xxxxxx 5 C-TP Simple polarizer with tint pla...

7 EA $xxxxxx 5 CFI Plan 2X/.06 7.5mm WD 8 EA $xxxxxx 5 CFI Plan Fluor 4XA/.13 17.2mm WD 9 EA $xxxxxx 5 CFI Plan Fluor 10X/.30 16.0mm WD 10 EA $xxxxxx 5 CFI Plan Fluor 20X/.50 2.1mm WD 11 EA $xxxxxx 5 CFI Plan Fluor 40X/.75 .66mm WD 12 EA $xxxxxx 5 CFI Plan Fluor 100X/1.3 Oil 0.20mm ...

13 EA $xxxxxx 5 Special DS-Fi3 and L4 controller co...

14 EA $xxxxxx 5 AC adapter for DS-Fi3 15 EA $xxxxxx 5 USB3.0 A TO MICROB ANGLD W/LCK SCRW...

16 EA $xxxxxx 5 NEMA 5-15P to IEC power cord

3. Unique characteristics that limit availability to only one source, with the reason no other supplies or services can be used: Desired items and configuration not found on GSA. We currently have microscopes that were manufactured by Nikon and are in use. The pathologists are familiar with this particular piece of equipment and its functions. This system is configured to work with VISTA and VISTA Imaging for documentation of diagnosis. By purchasing this system, there will be no additional training and it will reduce the time needed for staff to become accustomed with a new microscope. Also, these particular units are compatible with our current supply of spare parts that we have on hand. The microscopes must be compatible with our current Nikon Imaging System. For purposes of diagnosis, the microscopes are custom and an “out of the box” microscope does not have the necessary optics and accessories needed for patient diagnosis and photomicrograph capabilities. These microscopes all allow us TelePathology Capabilities that are not found on other microscopes without very expensive upgrades.

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VHAPM Part 813.106 Simplified Acquisition Procedures: Soliciting from a Single Source Attachment 1: Single Source Justification for SAP under $150K

VHAPM Part 813.106 Page 2 of 2 Original Date: 08/30/17

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

Market Research was confined to seeking authorized distributors of Nikon microscopy equipment due to existing in-use equipment compatibility.

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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