P03 SSJ 36C241-23-AP-3059 Haloflex Energy Generator Signed DR Redacted.pdf

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: 36C241-23-AP-3059

1. Contracting Activity: Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 1, located at

Bedford MA, in support of VISN 01, VA Health Care System at Boston Medical Center 2237 # 523-23- 2-7077-0035

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

Haloflex Energy Generator

To complete this requirement, the section will need 3 Year service plan in addition to on-site support for orientation and training of staff and additional support for questions regarding the equipment.

The estimated value of the proposed action is

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

The endoscopy section requires the ability to complete radio-frequency ablation procedures. This is completed using a bipolar radiofrequency (heat) generator that works with the RFA balloon catheters to treat barrett’s esophagus which can be deadly if left untreated. The Barrx generator is the best item on the market and the staff is comfortable with it from the previous generator within the section. The procedure kills abnormal cells to prevent the tissue from turning cancerous. Once the abnormal cells are gone from the procedure, new healthy cells can replace them.

This item will replace the generator currently in use by the same brand name. Keeping the same brand will ensure standardization and quicker implementation.

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

No SBA NMR waiver is in place under NAICS Code 339112 for this class of equipment. Therefore, no SD/VOSB set-aside may be made. An SB set-aside can be made for the below SAT value of this procurement pursuant to VAAR 819.7003(e) and 13 CFR 121.406(c).

VIP search returned one SDVOSB. DSBS returned one SDVOSB. FPDS search revealed two SDVOSBs provided this product to the VA in 2017 and 2022.

SBA Rule of Two has been met. There is reasonable expectation that two or move small business will submit quotes at fair and reasonable prices and an award can be made that represents 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.

Manasés Cabrera Deborah Reardon Contracting Specialist Contracting Officer

NCO 1 NCO 1

MANASES

CABRERA

Digitally signed by

MANASES CABRERA

Date: 2023 04.27 13:36 39 -04'00'

Deborah L.

Reardon 350203

Digitally signed by Deborah L. Reardon 350203 Date: 2023 04 27 14 29 53 -04'00'