Redacted Limited Sources Justification.pdf

This is a Request for Limited Sources Justification document for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA Reno Health Care System) seeking to acquire Stryker Prime Big Wheel Electric Stretchers. The justification is for a non-competitive order against FSS Contract 36F79721D0021 with Stryker Sales, LLC, the sole manufacturer of these specialized medical stretchers. The VA Reno emergency department requires new stretchers because current models have reached end-of-life, are beyond repair, and vendor support is no longer available.

Market research conducted using various platforms (SBA, VetCert, NAC, etc.) confirmed Stryker Sales, LLC as the only viable source for these stretchers, which have unique specifications including a 700 lb. weight capacity, litter-mounted oxygen bottle holder, center-locking brake system, and 4 integrated IV receptacles. The stretchers are critical for continuing patient care, and Stryker has two authorized distributors (TrillaMed and Beacon Point Associates), though neither currently has an active contract for this requirement. The recommended action is to sole source the procurement to Stryker Sales, LLC via their existing Federal Supply Schedule contract, with the effective date set for 09/01/2024.