Attachment 1 Single Source Justification MPT to SAT.pdf

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

Last Updated: 02/01/22 Page 1 of 2

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: 36C242-22-AP-2068

1. Contracting Activity: Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 02, VA Western New York

Healthcare System (VAWNYHS), 3495 Baily avenue, Buffalo, NY 14215.

2237: 528-22-3-4085-0155 - $240,460.00

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

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 2 and the VAWNYHS anticipates a new, brand name limited source (Edwards Lifesciences) firm fixed procurement action for the Buffalo VAMC OR and ICU for the Edwards Lifesciences Hemosphere Advance Monitoring platform capable of capturing clinically pertinent hemodynamic information, and associated items.

3. Unique characteristics that limit availability to only one source, with the reason no other supplies or services can be used: Edwards Lifescience issued a letter of “Discontinuation of Service and Support for EV1000 Monitors” in November of 2021. Currently the Buffalo VAMC possess four (4) EV1000 Monitors that need immediate replacement. The VAWNYHS ICU has previously replaced 5 devices in 2020 under VA Purchase Order 528A00116.

Standardization is required to avoid confusion and potential risk to patient care. The Hemosphere Advanced Monitoring System was specifically selected for its ability to interface with the Facilities Automated Clinical Information System, real-time viewing of patient information, tele-critical care remote features and the ability for open heart/critical care patient monitoring. The HemoSphere Hemodynamics Monitoring System from Edwards Lifesciences permits continuous monitoring of cardiac output and hypotensive event prediction. Edwards Lifesciences HemoSphere is the only acceptable manufacturer that offers a multi-function hemodynamics platform.

4. Description of market research conducted and results or statement why it was not conducted: For the reasons stated above in paragraph 3, no additional market research was conducted. The Buffalo VAMC has standardized with the Edwards Lifesciences HemoSphere Hemodynamics Monitoring System and to attempt to pursue another manufacturer at this time is cost prohibitive.

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

Last Updated: 02/01/22 Page 2 of 2

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.

Sam DeMuzio Contracting Office https://acquisition.gov/far/current/html/Subpart%2013_1.html#wp1125466 https://acquisition.gov/far/current/html/Subpart%2013_1.html#wp1125466