P03 Single Source Justification-Codonics.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)

Acquisition Plan Action ID: 36C246-24-AP-2772

1. Contracting Activity:

Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 6, Asheville VA Medical Center 1100 Tunnel Road Asheville, NC 28805

PR: 637-24-2-996-0075

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

The Codonics Safe Labeling System is being requested to remove human error when anesthetics are being prescribed in a surgical setting. A recent medication error severely impacted patient safety and the procurement of these devices will alleviate those issues. The Codonics system is a Federal

Drug Administration (FDA) approved medical device that improves the safety and accuracy of medication management. The system uses barcode technology to read information from a drug container and electronically verify it against the hospital’s pharmacy-approved formulary database at the point of care.

Estimated Amount: $42,580.00

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

The Codonics SLS system is the only system designed to work with the Omnicell medication cabinets. The Omnicell platform uses proprietary, trade secret, and patented technology to store and dispense medications. Codonics is the only authorized manufacturer to produce these items that will integrate with the Omnicell cabinets. They are FDA approved for use in a healthcare environment and designed to operate in accordance with Joint Commission standards.

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

Codonics is the only authorized manufacturer to produce these items that will integrate seamlessly with the Omnicell cabinets on already on site. They also confirmed that there are no authorized distributers for these items.

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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. 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.

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