JUSTIFICATION -Redacted.pdf

VHAPG Part 813.106 Simplified Acquisition Procedures: Soliciting from a Single Source Single Source Justification for MPT up to SAT

Revision: 02 Effective Date: 12/30/2025 Page 2 of 3 Acquisition ID#: 36C256-26-AP-2003

DUAL TRIGGER WIRE COLLET 8203026000 3

DUAL TRIGGER PIN COLLET 8203126000 3

DUAL TRIGGER LARGE COLLET 8203226000 3

1/4" CHUCK W/KEY 6203131000 6

HUDSON/MODIFIED TRINKLE

ATTACH

6203135000 3

TRIATHLON DRIVER 6203170000 3

AO LARGE REAMER

ATTACHMENT

6203210000 3

DHS/DCS QUICK LOCK 6203215000 3

4 Handpiece Perforated Container Bundle

7102550000 3

SYSTEM 9 STERILE BATTERY

CHARGER W/ (B)

9110120000US 2

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

These following features of these Stryker products necessitate their use:

Ergonomics & Surgeon Comfort o Dual Trigger Design:

for forward/reverse without repositioning the hand, reducing fatigue.

o Lightweight and balanced for long procedures. The System 9 Cordless Driver handpiece weighs in at 580 grams with dimensions of 147mm x 41 mm x 109 mm. In comparison, the Zimmer X Series Double Trigger handpiece weighs 780g with dimensions of 152 x 52 x 127 mm. Weighing less and having a smaller footprint, the System 9 reduces strain on the visibility for the surgical site.

Battery Technology o Stryker provides fully sterilizable batteries, eliminating cords and reducing infection risk.

o Long runtime and quick charging compared to older NiCad systems used by some competitors.

o Competing equipment brands utilize a casing that a non-sterile bettery is placed into. This increases risk of infection and compromises patient safety.

o Compatible with multiple surgical applications (trauma, spine, arthroplasty).

Attachment Compatibility o Existing AO, Hudson, Trinkle, and specialty attachments integrate with

Stryker equipment. The estimated value of existing attachments is over

VHAPG Part 813.106 Simplified Acquisition Procedures: Soliciting from a Single Source Single Source Justification for MPT up to SAT

Revision: 02 Effective Date: 12/30/2025 Page 3 of 3 Acquisition ID#: 36C256-26-AP-2003

$200k, as compatible items were purchased for the facility during FY26, Q1 via ECAT and MSPV procurement vehicles. The duplication of cost associated with replacing these compatible attachments is not expected to be recovered through competition.

The VA evaluated the following competing product lines and determined they cannot be used:

DePuy Synthes: Uses corded systems or non-sterile batteries, which can limit mobility and increase infection control steps.

Zimmer Biomet: Not compatibile with existing or planned attachments.

limits are required under VA policy VHA-V16-667-SPS-SOP-SPS-026v4.

Both competitors have fewer fully sterilizable battery options and less intuitive trigger control.

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

Results of market research conducted pursuant to FAR Part 10 and VAAR 810.001-70: The Veterans First Contracting Program implemented in VAAR subpart

819.70 pursuant to 38 U.S.C. 8127 and 8128 applies to VA contracts, BPAs, and orders under FAR 8.4 and has precedence over small business programs.

The Contract Specialist (CS) released Request for Information (RFI) RFI1799573- 36C25626Q0489 on GSA E-Buy on 03/09/2026. The CS also obtained quotations form the manufacturer and authorized distributors. Market research efforts identified Stryker Sales, LLC (Large Business) (Manufacturer), Beacon Point (SDVOSB) (Distributor), and Trillamed LLC (SDVOSB) (Distributor).

As two small businesses (SDBOSBs) are identified, the SBA Rule of Two is met for this open market purchase. Therefore, a small business set-aside is recommended.

5. Contracting Officer's Certification: Purchase is approved in accordance with FAR

13.106-1(b). I certify that the foregoing justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Name Date Title

PETER WREN

Digitally signed by PETER WREN Date: 2026.04.30 16:41:33 -05'00'