P03 Attachment 1 Single Source Justification MPT to SAT.pdf

VHAPG Part 813.106 Simplified Acquisition Procedures: Soliciting from a Single Source Attachment 1: Single Source Justification for MPT up to SAT

Revision: 02 Effective Date: 12/30/2025 Page 1 of 2 Acquisition ID# 36C263-26-AP-1996

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Justification for Single Source Awards IAW FAR 13.106-1 For

Over Micro-Purchase Threshold but Not Exceeding the Simplified Acquisition Threshold

Acquisition Plan Action ID: 36C263-26-AP-1996

1. Contracting Activity: Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 23, Iowa City VA

Medical Center 2237# 636-26-3-4154-0066

2. Brief Description of Supplies/ Services required and the intended use/Estimated Amount: Abbott ViewMate Ultrasound System. Will be direct replacement to the previous model which has reached end of life. This piece of equipment is used across multiple patient treatment and analysis programs. The estimated cost of replacement is $124,000.00.

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

The Viewmate Multi ultrasound is uniquely designed for seamless integration with the Abbott EnSite Cardiac Mapping System. No alternative ultrasound offers compatibility with our existing EnSite system due to the proprietary nature of interfaces, software, and probe requirements. Utilizing a non-Abbott ultrasound component would lead to considerable risks, including system incompatibility, inaccurate diagnostics, and potential system failure.

The original purchase of the EnSite system included a Viewmate ultrasound component, which has now reached the end of its operational life. Replacing this component with a compatible Viewmate Multi ultrasound is significantly more cost-effective compared to replacing the entire EnSite system. If the Iowa City VA were to procure a new cardiac mapping system to maintain competition, the cost would exceed $500,000. In contrast, replacing the ultrasound component alone allows the VA to extend the useful life of the existing system at a substantially lower cost.

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

Market Research concluded the Abbott ViewMate is the only Ultrasound System capable of meeting the needs of the Iowa City VA HCS EP department.

Transitioning to a new system would require a substantial financial investment, including costs related to implantation, training, products, and potential operational downtime.

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VHAPG Part 813.106 Simplified Acquisition Procedures: Soliciting from a Single Source Attachment 1: Single Source Justification for MPT up to SAT

Revision: 02 Effective Date: 12/30/2025 Page 2 of 2 Acquisition ID# 36C263-26-AP-1996

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.

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