P03 Justification_Redacted.pdf

Limited Sources Justification

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LIMITED SOURCES JUSTIFICATION

ORDER >SAT

FAR PART 8.405-6

Acquisition Plan Action ID:

(1) Contracting Activity: Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 23,

(2) Description of Action: This acquisition is conducted under the authority of the Multiple- Award Schedule Program (41 U.S.C. 152(3) and 40 U.S.C. 501).

Order against: FSS Contract Number: 36H79719D0016

Name of Proposed Contractor: Riverain Technologies, Inc.

Street Address: 3130 S Tech Blvd

City, State, Zip: Miamisburg, Ohio 45341-4882

Phone: 315-415-7001

(3) Description of Supplies or Services:

Clear Read X-ray Bone Suppression and CT Vessel Suppress and Detect is an innovative image enhancement software with suppression capabilities to remove normal anatomy such as vasculature and bones to enhance visualization of solid, part-solid, and ground-glass pulmonary nodules. Input images may be derived from several modalities (DR, CR and/or CT) which are processed through our deconstructed PACS with the output images being sent to one or more Diagnostic Workstations for viewing via the Visage viewer.

Software also integrates with Nuance PowerScribe that is used in VISN 23 for dictation and reporting. All image transfer protocols are compliant with the DICOM 3.0 standards. RIVERAIN is the only source that provides this software vendor neutral proprietary software. As imaging modalities are replaced in VISN 23, this software continues to be used and this is important

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because in accordance with VISN 23�s strategic equipment plan, CTs are due for replacement in FY23 and DRs are due for replacement in FY25.

(4) Identify the Authority and Supporting Rationale (see below and if applicable, a demonstration of the proposed contractor�s unique qualifications to provide the required supply or service.

FAR 8.405-6(a)(1)(A): An urgent and compelling need exists and following the ordering procedures would result in unacceptable delays:

FAR 8.405-6(a)(1)(B): Only one source is capable of providing the supplies or services required at the level of quality required because the supplies or services are unique or highly specialized;

FAR 8.405-6(a)(1)(C): In the interest of economy and efficiency, the new work is a logical follow-on to an original Federal Supply Schedule order provided that the original order was placed in accordance with the applicable Federal Supply Schedule ordering procedures. The original order must not have been previously issued under sole source or limited source procedures.

FAR 8.405-6(b): Items peculiar to one manufacturer:

A patent, copyright or proprietary data limits competition. The proprietary data is:

These are �direct replacements� parts/components for existing equipment.

The material/service must be compatible in all aspects (form, fit and function) with existing systems presently installed/performing.

(5) Describe Why You Believe the Order Represents the Best Value consistent with FAR 8.404(d) to aid the contracting officer in making this best value determination:

It has been determined that the procurement of Riverain Technologies ClearRead X-ray software represents the best value to the Government in accordance with FAR 8.404(d). The software provides specialized artificial intelligence-assisted imaging capabilities designed to enhance the detection and visualization of potential abnormalities in chest X-rays, supporting improved diagnostic efficiency and patient care. The acquisition provides the Government with a solution that meets its clinical and technical requirements while leveraging the price and terms established under the Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) contract. l Based on the software�s capabilities, compatibility with the Government�s existing Riverain Technologies imaging environment, and consideration of the proposed pricing, the order represents the best overall value to the government.

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(6) Describe the Market Research Conducted among schedule holders and the results or a statement of the reason market research was not conducted.

After review of the procurement submitted to contracting, an Intent to Sole Source was Posted to SAM.gov from 10/01/2026 to 10/12/2026. This notice stated that it was the understanding of the Government that the ClearRead Software was a proprietary software owned by Riverain Technologies, Inc. and that no other vendor had the rights to provide licenses or maintenance on the ClearRead Software. This notice resulted in zero responses.

A sole source letter was also provided to the contracting officer from Riverain Technology, Inc.

stating that they do have proprietary rights to ClearRead Software and that they are the only vendor who can provide Licenses and Maintenance.

(7) Any Other Facts Supporting the Justification: N/A

(8) A Statement of the Actions, if any, the agency may take to remove or overcome any barriers that led to the restricted consideration before any subsequent acquisition for the supplies or services is made: Continued market research will be conducted to provided the best possible value to the government.

(9) 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. I understand that processing of this limited sources justification restricts consideration of Federal Supply Schedule contractors to fewer than the number required by FAR Subpart 8.4. (This signature is the requestor�s supervisor, fund control point official, chief of service or someone with responsibility and accountability.)

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