P03.Attachment 1 Single Source Justification MPT to SAT - Philips IntelliVue Monitors.Signed1_Redacted.pdf

This single source justification document proposes a sole source award to Philips for the procurement of IntelliVue patient monitors. The related federal contract opportunity posted by the Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 4 seeks IntelliVue X3 Patient Monitors with EtCo2 and IntelliVue MX450 Patient Monitors under a total SDVOSB set-aside. The solicitation number is 36C24423Q1148 and requires the branded Philips monitors due to compatibility with the agency's existing clinical information systems and workflows. The justification cites the high replacement costs and training requirements associated with introducing new equipment from other manufacturers at this time.