Attachment 1 Single Source Justification MPT to SAT - CO Signed.pdf

VHAPG Part 813.106 Simplified Acquisition Procedures: Soliciting from a Single Source Attachment 1: Single Source Justification for SAP under the SAT

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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Justification for Single Source Awards IAW FAR 13.106-1 For

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

Acquisition Plan Action ID: 36C247-22-AP-3921

1. Contracting Activity: Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 07, Tuscaloosa Medical Center

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

Purchase BioCon Bladder Scanners for the Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center Community Living Centers Estimated Amount: <$250K (SAT)

3. Unique characteristics that limit availability to only one source, with the reason no other supplies or services can be used: The purchase is for a new BioCon Bladder scanner system 750, 900 and 900 with printers and all accessories. BioCon bladder scanners are produced and distributed through Medline who have exclusive rights to the BioCon system.

Pursuant to 38 U.S.C 8127(b), CO has used other than full and open competition to SDVOSB and VOSB firms for procurements under the SAT.

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

These items are peculiar to one manufacturer and the type of system currently being used on site.

No other supplies will satisfy Agency requirements. This standardization is crucial for Patient Safety and Health purposes.

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.

____________________________ 6/6/2022 Nochelle Wilson Date Contracting Officer https://www.acquisition.gov/?q=/browse/far/13 https://acquisition.gov/far/current/html/Subpart%2013_1.html#wp1125466