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VHAPM Part 813.106 Simplified Acquisition Procedures: Soliciting for a Brand Name Attachment 1: Brand Name Justification for SAP under $250K

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

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Justification for Brand Name Award IAW FAR 13.106 1 For

Over Micro Purchase Threshold but Not Exceeding the SAT ($250K)

Acquisition Plan Action ID:_VA256 18 AP 6198__

1. Contracting Activity: Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 16, Central Arkansas Medical Center, NCO 16, Supply Team A. 2237 # 598 18 3 784 0136, estimated $117,400.00.

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

This is a brand name justification to purchase one SpyGlass DS digital controller and one Autolith Touch EHL generator to be used in the CAVHS endoscopy suite. Use of these devices will enable direct visualization to guide both optical and accessory devices for diagnostic and therapeutic applications during pancreatico-biliary procedures.

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

This purchase is a direct replacement for the SpyGlass previously used in our lab. This latest version provides higher resolution and a 60% wider field of view. The SpyGlass digital controller is the only controller that will work with the ERCP scope and disposable supplies that we already have in our inventory, saving funds to the Government if full system needed to be replaced.

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

An RFI was advertised on FBO seeking and SDVOSB/VOSB/SB capable of providing an equal or better equipment. Only one SDVOSB responded offering to provide the brand name equipment, as there is no other equipment in the market compatible to be used with the ERCP scopes and supplies currently in use by the Central Arkansas VAHCS. There is at least another SDVOSB known to be able to provide the brand name equipment, making the requirement eligible to be competed, with a Brand Name Justification, set aside for SDVOSB.

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.

Name: Clay K. Jones Date Title: Contracting Officer

CLAY K JONES 685130

Digitally signed by CLAY K JONES 685130 Date: 2018.05.16 09:34:43 -05'00'