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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

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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: 36C241-25-AP-2338

1. Contracting Activity: Department of Veterans Affairs, Network/Program

Contracting Office 1, for Togus VA medical Center, VISN 1, VA Maine Health Care System, Togus Medical Center located at 1 VA Center Augusta, ME 04330-6796.

2. Brief Description of Supplies/ Services required and the intended use/Estimated Amount: The Togus VAMC has a brand name, GF Health Products, requirement for three ESC2 Reverse Trend Surgi Chairs to provide Ophthalmology procedures for Veterans within the Operating Room. The total estimated amount for this purchase is

3. Unique characteristics that limit availability to only one source, with the reason no other supplies or services can be used: Brand Name, GF Health Products, is the brand currently being used at the Togus VAMC. The ESC2 Trend Surgical Chair surpasses other brands by functioning as a single patient platform for Ophthalmic and other outpatient procedures, eliminating transfers from a stretcher to a surgery table and back. It’s superior design prioritizes patient and staff safety, enhances surgical efficiency, and maximizes patient comfort. The chair's ergonomic design reduces strain on clinicians during lengthy procedures and enhances patient comfort, leading to better surgical outcomes. Constructed with high-grade materials, the chair has a longer lifespan and lower maintenance costs compared to alternatives. Initial market research identified a limited number of surgical chairs with similar functionalities. However, these alternatives lack the patented hydraulic system and ergonomic design exclusive to the ESC2 Trend.

Some of the features of the ESC2 Reverse Trend Surgi Chair include but are not limited to:

Patented Articulating Head Rest with Infinite Positioning Contoured Multi-density Pad with DURA-GEL Insert for Greater Patient comfort Integrated Powered Leg Extension for Taller Patients Low Profile Base for Smaller Spaces and Greater Clearance Integrated Ergonomic Push Handles for Increased Staff Safety Wider Patient Surface for Enhanced Patient Comfort and Safety

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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Two-position Foot Rest 0-15 degree Seat Tilt for Patient comfort and Safety Positioning at your fingertips: intuitive hand pendant with Pre-Sets and 3

Memory Positions

4. Description of market research conducted and results or statement why it was not conducted: The Contract Specialist emailed OEM SB, GF Health Products, for authorized distrbutors. GF Health Products have various distributors including:

There is no NMR waiver for NAICS 339113. Without the

NMR Waiver, per VAAR 819.7003(d), there cannot be a SDVOSB set-aside. With the SBA NMR Exception, per FAR 19.502-2(a), the requirement is eligible for a Straight SB Set-Aside.

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. Note: COs are required to make a determination of price reasonableness IAW FAR 13.106-3. See the S19 Open Market (FAR13) Award Documentation Form with Abstract to document price reasonableness.

Antoinette Sebastian Date Contract Officer

ANTOINETTE SEBASTIAN

Digitally signed by ANTOINETTE

SEBASTIAN

Date: 2025.09.11 10:04:20 -04'00'