P03 Brand Name Single Source Justification.pdf

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

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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Justification for Brand Name Only Single Source Awards IAW FAR 13.106-1 For

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

Acquisition Plan Action ID: 36C246-23-AP-0231

1. Contracting Activity: Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 6, VA Medical Center Hampton, Hampton VA., NCO 6 is the contracting agency and Salisbury VAMC is the organizational activity responsible for the proposed contracting action. The transation number PR: 659-23-925-1190.

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

The Astral 150 Ventilator is an advanced form of respiratory therapy. It moves oxygen directly into the lungs, thereby alleviating the strain of breathing unassisted. This equipment is Brand Name Only for standardization at the Salisbury VAMC. Estimated Amt: $0.00.

3. Unique characteristics that limit availability to only one source, with the reason no other supplies or services can be used: Brand name only (Astral 150 Ventilator) is being requested for this procurement for clinic standardization. It is imperative to maintain standardization from one VA facility to another for compabilty of devices and standard of care. Using different devices would require additional training, costs, equipment and would impact patient care significantly.

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

Market research was conducted by searching FPDS, DSBS, VIP, NAC. The SB Rule of Two can be met with an expectation of two or more SB vendors are capable of performing the work and likely to submit an offer/quote at a fair and reasonable price that offers best value to the Government.

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.

____________________________ 10/21/2022 Nicole Stewart Date Contracting Officer https://www.acquisition.gov/?q=/browse/far/13 https://acquisition.gov/far/current/html/Subpart%2013_1.html#wp1125466