P03 Atch1 Single Source Justification MPT to SAT - VitalsBridge_SIGNED.pdf

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

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

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Justification for Single Source Awards IAW FAR 13.106-1 For

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

Commodity Brand Name Description:

• Brand Name: Dynasthetics LLC

• Description: VitalsBridge 4+ is an essential tool to train healthcare professionals through simulation while in a real clinical situation and on live patient monitors for the Greater Los Angeles VA Healthcare System (GLAVAHCS) – Los Angeles, California.

Acquisition Plan Action ID: 36C262-24-AP-4790

1. Contracting Activity: Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 22, Network Contracting Office 22 (NCO 22) in Long Beach, CA, seeks to procure brand name only single source VitalsBridge 4+ as listed in purchase request 691-24-3-685-0173 at/for the GLAVAHCS, Los Angeles, California.

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

GLAVAHCS has a requirement to purchase VitalsBridge 4+. The VitalsBridge 4+ is specifically designed to train healthcare professionals through simulation while coordinating with the current patient monitors used at GLAVAHCS. This allows critical decision making in a realistic environment while on familiar equipment used every day in their practice.

Estimated Amount: per vendor informal quote provided.

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

Dynasthetics software applications are currently in use and any new software must be compatible with existing equipment. Any inability to provide Dynasthetics VitalsBridge 4+ will result in degradation of Veteran patient care. Per source letter, Dynasthetics LLC is the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and only authorized distributor / reseller that licenses and supports its proprietary products, VitalsBridge 4+ system. VitalsBridge is currently in use at GLAVAHCS. VitalsBridge 4+ provides continuity of care and is compatible with existing equipment / platforms currently in use. VitalsBridge 4+ transmits simulated vital signs onto real patient monitors. The updated VitalsBridge 4+ with IOS capabilities would allow for continuous around the clock care for patients allowing their vital signs (blood pressure, heart rate and rhythm, SP02, respiratory rate, etc.) to be controlled during the simulation. VA Rule of Two does not apply. SBA Rule of Two does not apply. Due to urgency, time constraints, and exclusive licensing agreements of proprietary software / technology, only Dynasthetics can meet agency need. Circumstances of contract action deem only one source reasonably available, and no other supplies or services will meet https://www.acquisition.gov/?q=/browse/far/13

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

Last Updated: 02/01/22 Page 2 of 2 agency need. Purchase is in accordance with FAR Part 13.106-1(b). Additionally, following established competitive procedures would result in unacceptable delays and place Veteran patient care at risk.

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

Limited market research performed due to urgency, time constraints, and critical / unique nature of exclusive licensing of proprietary software as existing VitalsBridge software is the only available source given adaptability, compatibility, and functionality with existing VitalsBridge software applications and equipment in use at/by GLAVAHCS providing healthcare professionals continuity of care. VitalsBridge is currently in use at GLAVAHCS. However, results from SBA VetCert query by applicable NAICS code 339112 identified 659 SDVOSB / VOSB concerns. VA Rule of Two does not apply. SBA Rule of Two does not apply. Circumstances of contract action deem only one source reasonably available, and no other supplies or services will meet agency need. A sole source brand name only acquisition is needed to meet GLAVAHCS campus mission objectives of providing continued professional patient care to our Nation’s Veterans.

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.

CECIL S. NICHOLS

Contracting Officer, NCO 22 https://acquisition.gov/far/current/html/Subpart%2013_1.html#wp1125466