Justification VERTEX 25ei_Redacted.pdf

This document is a Justification for Brand Name Awards for the Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically for Hampton VA Medical Center and North Battlefield Outpatient Clinic. The procurement is for a Vertex 25ei system starter package, including installation and training, valued under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold of $250,000. The package consists of a Vertex 25ei digital CD scanner, pre-configured PC with monitor, keyboard, and mouse, CD/DVD burner with supplies, and first-year Advanced Exchange maintenance.

The document justifies the sole-source procurement based on unique characteristics that limit availability to only one vendor. The Vertex 25ei system will enable standardization and full integration with existing VA Picture Archiving Communication Systems (PACS), allowing for medical imaging capabilities such as uploading and importing patient records. The contract is intended to be awarded to small business distributors, with market research conducted through searches of VetCen, GSA, NAC, SAM, and FPDS platforms. The procurement is associated with NAICS code 334118 and has an Acquisition Plan Action ID of 36C246-25-AP-5000.