JNA Lumenis OptiLight_Redacted.pdf

VHAPG Part 813.106 Simplified Acquisition Procedures:

Brand Name Justification for SAP under the SAT

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

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: 36C246-24-AP-3158

1. Contracting Activity: Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 06, Charles George VA Medical Center, 1100 Tunnel Road, Asheville NC 28805. Purchase Request Number: 637-24-2-996-0086

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

Charles George VA Medical Center located in Asheville NC have a requirement to procure the Lumenis Optilight system for the Surgical Care Ophthalmology Clinic. The Lumenis Optilight is a therapeutic, non-surgical intervention to treat eye disease, meibomian eye disease, blepharitis, chalazion and hordeolum.

Estimated Contract Value:

3. Unique characteristics that limit availability to only one source, with the reason no other supplies or services can be used: The Lumenis Optilight therapy is the only IPL dry eye FDA-approved device for management of dry eye disease due to Meibomian Glands Dysfunction (MGD).

The Lumenis Optilight therapy machine projected life expectancy is 8-10 years. The Lumenis Optilight would allow medical staff to manage and schedule open appointment slots, reduce wait time, provide in patient care and reduce the use of outpatient services through the Office of Community Care. Also, the Lumenis Optilight therapy machine is being used at other VA Medical Centers with in VISN 06. Based on facility need like or similar items will not suffice.

Unique Features of Optilight not found on any other machine:

Patented Optimal Pulse Technology that transforms light-based therapy. Lumenis’ OPT allows for targeted, precise, and controlled treatment with homogeneous pulses that provide controlled, optimal energy with a no-spike consistency.

An ergonomic IPL handpiece with a patented SapphireCool™ technology which actively cools the lightguide while performing the procedure, allowing for comfortable treatment even with higher levels of energy.

The patented OPT handpiece with Opti-Tip disposable tip is ideal for hard-to-reach places which allows for precise, customizable treatment of every curve and outline of a patient’s unique facial contours while ensuring treatment is safe, hygienic, and effective.

Lumenis’ clinically validated treatment protocols, based on information gathered from hundreds of patients, allow for the use of preset, fixed settings that can easily be used to provide well-tolerated and effective treatments.

The default version of OptiLight contains the standard 590 nm filter used for the management of MGD and dry eye, it is a modular system that offers additional ExpertFilters tailored for different skin conditions for optimized results, which are all suitable for one handpiece.

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

Market research was limited to due to the brand-name only status of this requirement. The Lumenis OptiLight equipment is available from the Original Equipment Manufacturer and authorized

VHAPG Part 813.106 Simplified Acquisition Procedures:

Brand Name Justification for SAP under the SAT

Last Updated: 02/01/22 Page 2 of 2 distributor/reseller. The CO researched all required sources and deemed that all items/services are available from the OEM and authorized distributor. The CO intends to pursue this requirement as Small Business.

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.

Name: Jerry L. Mann Date Title: Contracting Officer