P03 JOFOC Brand NAME Justification MPT to SAT Siemens.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 Brand Name Awards IAW FAR 13.106-1 For

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

Acquisition Plan Action ID: 36C259-22-AP-2960

PR IFCAP: 635-22-3-070-0092

JOFOC# 2022-05-25T08:33:14

1. Contracting Activity: Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 19, Network Contracting Office 19, 6162

South Willow Drive, Greenwood Village, CO 80111.

Organizational Activity: Department of Veteran Affairs, Oklahoma City VA Health Care System 921 NE 13th St., Oklahoma City, OK 73104-5007.

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

This requirement is to replace Siemens Syngo.via computer system that is inoperational. It is utilized for physicians to read /reprocess imagins for Spec CT, 2day heart studies with Spec CT studies that are acquired on Siemens systems. Estimated cost is $196,910.00

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

Only Siemens brand is able to display all studies performed on Siemens Symbia S and Siemens Intevo Spect/CT system- system that provide full capability to manipulate/re-process scans for studies performed on the Symbia S and Intevo Siemens systems. Workflow display on requested system must to be consistent with display on current siemens systems. Siemens systems are the only system fully compatible with all scanning equipment. Consistency in file imagine and manipulation of imaging is required across workstation systems. Full functionality of munipulaton and imagine cannot be obtained or crossed with other imagining systems. Compatibility with Siemens Symbia S and Siemens Intevo Spect/CT system is required. No other source can provide compatibility and fully functioning imaging munipulations capability. These images are used for patient care and diagnoses across months of treatment. Same pixals, lighting, manipulation features and imaging allows for proper examination, treatment and diagnosises. Only Siemens brand can provide for full functionality, same images and compatibility with currently installed siemens imaging equipement.

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

Market research was conducted to confirm possible small businesses that can supply the requirement. RFI was sent to SDVOSBS (zero were listed as authorized) in SEWP and two SB in GSA for Seimens was contacted to confirm authorized distributors. Manufacturer did not respond to multiple requests for Auhorized distributors listing. At least two small businesses 1 SDVOSB and 1 WOSB showed interest in providing the requested system. No contractors from SEWP responded and 2 in GSA responded, however requested items are not on schedule. Based on this, the acquisition will be posted as a total set aside as a small business set aside and posted to contract opportunities as a brand name only acquisition.

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

5. REQUIREMENTS CERTIFICATIONS: I certify that the requirement outlined in this justification is a

Bona Fide Need of the Department of Veterans Affairs and that the supporting data under my cognizance, which are included in the justification, are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Tungela Grayson-Brooks Date Administrative Officer

6. Contracting Officer's Certification: Purchase is approved in accordance with FAR13.1061(b). I certify that the foregoing justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Sarilynn Thomas Date Supply 1 Branch Chief Contracting Officer

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