JA_Brand Name Justification MPT to SAT_P_Redacted.pdf

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

Revision: 01 Effective Date: 11/15/2024 Page 1 of 2 Acquisition ID#:

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Justification for Brand Name Awards IAW FAR 13.106-1 For

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

Acquisition Plan Action ID:

1. Contracting Activity: Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 16 Galleria

Financial Center 5075 Westheimer Road, Suite 750 HOUSTON TX 77056-5643. Purchase request

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

Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center, Clinical Practice Office, has a need for MRidium Infusion System and accessories. The MRidium MRI infusion system is the only non-magnetic MRI compatible IV infusion pump on the market. Additionally, this system has the ability to keep up with the demanding clinical needs of MRI veteran patients by allowing continuous delivery of fluids and medication throughout the MRI care cycle. The non-magnetic design allows this system to operate safely in ultra-high magnetic fields without the need for workarounds typically required with traditional infusion pumps. This requirement will be offered as a Firm-Fixed Price contract, with an estimated total amount of

3. Unique characteristics that limit availability to only one source, with the reason no other supplies or services can be used: The MRidium MRI infusion system is the only non-magnetic MRI compatible IV infusion pump on the market. The non-magnetic MRidium pump has the ability to infuse medications in the MRI setting and maintains the same standard of care experienced in the ICU. The Sidecar Channel offers a unique and effective way to deliver multiple IV fluids safely and accurately next to the MRI system. The DERS custom drug library enhances infusion safety and provides potential cost savings which allows compliance with ISMP and The Joint Commission. The Wireless Remote eliminates delays caused by stopping the MRI scan to titrate or bolus by providing clinicians full operation from the MRI control room. This new non-magnetic design compare to other infusion pumps on the market provides a more advance and cost effective service to the VA Veterans which meets the MEDVAMC needs.

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

In accordance with FAR Part 10 and VAAR 810, the Contract Specialist (CS) conducted market research using the following techniques:CS took into consideration the specific requirements of the Veterans First Contracting Program which the VA requires to apply the Rule of Two (2) to all contracting determinations per Supreme Court Kingdomware Decision. CS completed a search of SBA VetCerts database under appointed NAICS “339112” with 668 SD/VOSBs concerns with two found capable as a result the below conducted market research.

CS consider the items that are prioritized for use by the VAAR. Below contains a list of websites researched in regard to the FAR & VAAR Priorities for Use of Mandatory Government Supply/Services Sources (FAR 8.002, VAAR 808.001, and FAR 8.004). In addition, the below also took in consideration the specific requirements of the VA’s Veterans First Contracting