Attachment 1 Single Source Justification MPT to SAT bdls.pdf
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- 36C26326Q0308
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This is a Justification for Single Source Awards under FAR 13.106-1 for the Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 23 Medical Center at VA Iowa City Healthcare System. The acquisition (ID#36C263-26-AP-1464) concerns a service contract for preventive maintenance and emergency or routine repair of specialized medical equipment at the Iowa City VA Medical Center. The contract scope includes all labor, transportation, parts, and expertise necessary to maintain and repair equipment listed in the Scope of Work, with an estimated amount over the micro-purchase threshold but not exceeding the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT).
The justification establishes that Becton Dickinson (BD), the original equipment manufacturer, is the only responsible source capable of meeting the agency's requirements under FAR 6.302-1. BD has asserted proprietary rights to the equipment and refuses to sell OEM parts to third-party service companies or authorize third-party service dealers. The government cannot permit reverse-engineered or refurbished parts in medical equipment due to patient safety concerns, as equipment malfunction could result in patient misdiagnoses and improper treatment. Third-party service providers cannot obtain manufacturer certification and training. Market research included an OEM letter confirming proprietary status and a posted intent to sole source that generated no responsible responses. Contracting Officer Becky De Los Santos certified approval on January 27, 2026, with an effective date of December 30, 2025.
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Revision: 02 Page 1 of 1 Effective Date: 12/30/2025 Acquisition ID#36C263-26-AP-1464
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
Justification for Single Source Awards IAW FAR 13.106-1 For
Over Micro-Purchase Threshold but Not Exceeding the SAT
Acquisition Plan Action ID: 36C263-26-AP-1464
1. Contracting Activity: Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 23 Medical Center
VA Iowa City Healthcare System.
2. Brief Description of Supplies/ Services required and the intended use/Estimated Amount: Service contract for all labor, transportation, parts, and expertise necessary to provide preventive maintenance and emergency or routine (unscheduled) repair of all equipment listed in the Scope of Work at the Iowa City VA Medical Center.
3. Unique characteristics that limit availability to only one source, with the reason no other supplies or services can be used:
Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements per FAR 6.302-1; Becton Dickenson (BD)the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) has asserted proprietary rights to the equipment.
Additionally, they will not sell OEM parts to a third-party service company, nor do they authorize third party service dealers. We cannot allow reverse engineered or refurbished parts to be used in medical equipment. Third party service providers would also not be able to obtain certification of training from the manufacturer, as it is not available. This equipment is highly sensitive and specialized. A malfunction of this equipment could cause patient misdiagnoses and resulting improper treatment.
4. Description of market research conducted and results or statement why it was not conducted:
The OEM provided a letter stating that their equipment was proprietary.
Furthermore an intent to sole source was posted on contract opportunities which did not result in any responsible responses.
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
1/27/2026 Name: Becky De Los Santos Date Contracting Officer https://www.acquisition.gov/?q=/browse/far/13 https://acquisition.gov/far/current/html/Subpart%2013_1.html#wp1125466
| 2026-01-27T10:07:55-0600 | |
| BECKY DE LOS SANTOS |
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