JEFO Fort Sam Houston Anesthesia Units Posted.pdf

This is a Justification for Exception to Fair Opportunity (JEFO) document for the sole-source procurement of nine Draeger Perseus A500 Anesthesia Systems for Fort Sam Houston, TX. The procurement, valued at $454,554.90 ($50,506.10 per unit), is being executed by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support Medical Supply Chain under contract SPE2D1-24-D-0009, valid through July 2029.

The justification cites FAR 16.505(b)(2)(i)(B) for the sole-source award, explaining that the Draeger Perseus system is uniquely qualified due to its Airway Pressure Release Ventilation (APRV) mode, heated breathing system, and ability to blend air into auxiliary oxygen intake. These features are critical for Fort Sam Houston's Level I Trauma Center, which serves both military and civilian patients. The systems will replace end-of-life legacy equipment that has been in use for over ten years. The contracting officer has determined the pricing to be fair and reasonable based on commercial pricing comparisons, and DLA commits to continuing market research for future procurements to promote competition.