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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

BRAND NAME JUSTIFICATION UNDER SIMPLIFIED PROCEDURES FOR

CERTAIN COMMERCIAL ITEMS IN ACCORDANCE WITH RFO FAR 12.102

Acquisition Plan Action ID:

PR 2237 IFCAP:

JOFOC Tracking Number:

1. Contracting Activity: Organizational Activity:

Department of Veterans Affairs Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 19 (NCO 19) Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center 6162 South Willow Drive, Suite 300 1700 N Wheeling Street Greenwood Village, CO 80111 Aurora, CO 80045

2. Nature and/or Description of the Action Being Processed:

This procurement is a brand name request for the Parata pill packaging and pouch verification system conducted in accordance with RFO FAR 12.102 Simplified Procedures which allows the use of streamlined procedures. Under these procedures, acquisitions are exempt from the requirements of RFO FAR Part 6; however, a justification is still required and must follow the format outlined in RFO FAR 6.104-1

3. :

packaging and pouch verification system to support pharmacy operations. The requirement includes the following components:

Part Number Description of Supplies Quantity

901-0236 ATP2 320 Canisters with unit dose packaging including maximum 400 cannisters

1/EA

650-0679 Parata LPU Standard Narrow 1/EA

901-0232 Parata Universal Lighted Tray 1/EA

650-0668 Parata TCGRx Calibration Kit 1/EA

S2BayStdW ATP Workflow Unit - 2-Bay Workstation 1/EA

650-0874 Parata Kit prepped AVF-1 1/EA

650-0639 Kit, Smart Drawer, Manufacturer upgrade ATP2 1/EA

650-1093 Parat Kit Calibration Tool ATP2 (Qty 5 adjustable canisters)

2/EA

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PERL Parata Perl 1 (2 license) 1/EA

Implementation-

PERL

PERL Installation and Training 1/EA

Installation & Training ATP2

\64-320

Installation and Training ATP 2 64-320 1/EA

Interface -ATP 2 ATP 2 Equipment interface to pharmacy information system

1/EA

Warranty/Support Agreement

12-month warranty and/or support agreement for hardware and software

1/EA

operat recalibration, eliminating the need to ship canisters back to the manufacturer or purchase replacements.

The anticipated period of performance is six (6) months from award for delivery, installation, The estimated value of this procurement is .

4. Statutory Authority Permitting Restricted Competition:

RFO FAR 12.201-1 Simplified Procedures. The statutory authority for applying the Simplified Procedures for Commercial Items of RFO FAR 12.201-1 is 41 U.S.C. § 1901 and is implemented by FAR 12.102(b) for restricting competition on this procurement. Competition is restricted on this procurement for the reason below:

(X) Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements

( ) Unusual and Compelling Urgency ( ) Industrial Mobilization, Engineering, Developmental or Research Capability or

Expert Services ( ) International Agreement ( ) Authorized or Required by Statute ( ) National Security ( ) Public Interest

5.

Acquisition Requires the Use of the Authority Cited Above (applicability of authority):

canister calibration performed by trained VA pharmacy technicians, while also meeting all attached salient characteristics. Competing systems require the use of vendor

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Acquisition ID#: 36C259-26-AP-2230 canisters tied to individual National Drug Codes (NDCs), the unique identifiers assigned to medications based on manufacturer, drug, dose, and formulation. Because VA pharmacies frequently experience supplier changes driven by national backorders, temporary shortages, ownership, these NDC shifts are common. Eastern Colorado experiences 200 300 NDC changes per year, and repacks approximately 7,000 doses per week. Under alternative systems, each NDC change necessitates the purchase or exchange of a new proprietary ventory or establishing a separate canister replacement contract. Any delay in receiving an updated canister presents a canister is available.

internally, without replacement. This capability directly enhances workflow efficiency, reduces operational delays, and improves the timeliness of patient medication delivery.

efficient inpatient medication management. The solution automates the repackaging of bulk er than by medication, reducing nursing workload and mitigating the risk of incorrect medication selection. The PERL verification system integrates seamlessly with pharmacy management systems and electronic health records, using barcode technology and robust image verification to ensure accuracy and safeguard against human error.

6. Description of Efforts Made to ensure that offers are solicited from as many potential sources as deemed practicable: Market research was conducted as described in paragraph 8 below. Parata Systems LLC and Four Points Technology LLC can provide the requested requirement.

7. Determination by the CO that the Anticipated Cost to the Government will be Fair and Reasonable: The anticipated cost will be analyzed in accordance with RFO FAR 12.204(a).

The price will be compared to the Independent Government Cost Estimate (IGCE) as well as previous prices paid by the Government by reviewing contract award data available in SAM.gov for similar requirements.

8. Description of the Market Research Conducted and the Results, or a Statement of the

Reasons Market Research Was Not Conducted: In accordance with RFO FAR Part 10 and VA Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) Part 810, the Department of Veterans Affairs conducted comprehensive market research to determine the most suitable acquisition approach. This market Certification Database, the System for Award Management (SAM.gov), GSA Advantage, the VA National Acquisition Center (NAC), the Strategic Acquisition Center (SAC), the Supply Ch identify vendors capable of fulfilling the requirement.

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A Sources Sought Notice was posted on SAM.gov Contract Opportunities to assess industry capability and market interest. Parata Systems LLC responded and confirmed that the requirement could be met either directly through Parata or via their authorized SDVOSB distributor, Four Points Technology LLC. Parata also confirmed that the system is manufactured in the United States and is compliant with Buy American Act requirements.

9. Any Other Facts Supporting the Use of Other than Full and Open Competition:

None.

10. Listing of Sources that Expressed, in Writing, an Interest in the Acquisition:

Parata Systems LLC Four Points Technology LLC

11. A Statement of the Actions, if any, the Agency May Take to Remove or Overcome any

Barriers to Competition before Making subsequent acquisitions for the supplies or services required: The Government will continue to perform comprehensive market research on an ongoing basis to monitor developments in the marketplace, technological advancements, and the entry of new capable vendors. Any future changes in industry capabilities, product availability, or regulatory conditions that could enable competition will be evaluated and incorporated into subsequent acquisition strategies. Should viable alternatives become available, the VA will reassess its requirements to promote full and open competition to the maximum extent practicable.

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12. Requirements Certification: I certify that the requirement outlined in this justification is a Bona Fide Need of the Department of Veterans Affairs and that the supporting data under my cognizance, which are included in the justification, are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Date

Biomedical Engineer Rocky Mountain Regional Medical Center

13. Approvals in accordance with the VHAPM Part 806.3 OFOC SOP:

a. Contracting Officer Certification (required): I certify that the foregoing justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Contracting Officer Network Contracting Office 19

b. One Level Above the Contracting Officer (Required over $350K but not exceeding $900K): I certify the justification meets requirements for other than full and open competition.

Branch Chief Network Contracting Office 19