Attachment A Justification and Approval for RFQ 36C25821Q0334.pdf

VHAPM Part 813.106 Page 1 of 1 Original Date: 08/30/17 Revision 02 Eff Date: 03/31/2020

VHAPM Part 813.106 Simplified Acquisition Procedures: Soliciting from a Single Source

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: 36C258-21-AP-1522 Liko Lifts

Contracting Activity:

Department of Veterans Affairs NCO 22-Gilbert 4135 South Power Rd #103 Mesa, AZ 85212

Brief Description of Supplies/ Services required :

GOLVO MOBILE PATIENT LIFT made by Liko

Unique characteristics that limit availability to only one source, with the reason no other supplies or services can be used:

Currently the Raymond G Murphy Medical center located in Albuquerque, New Mexico is fitted with Liko brand lifts and associated tracks.

Buying a different lift system would cause a break in uniformity and unnecessary purchases

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

Market research was conducted and found several small business concerns that can provide adequate competition for a brand name only procurement.

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.

Branch Chief| NCO 22-Gilbert

Abdalia R.

Smith 690283

Digitally signed by Abdalia R. Smith 690283 Date: 2021.08.06 15:57:07 -07'00'