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VHAPG Part 812.102 Simplified Acquisition Procedures: Soliciting from a Single Source Single Source Justification for MPT up to SAT

Revision: 02 Effective Date: 12/30/2025 Page 1 of 2

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Justification for Single Source Awards IAW FAR 12.102(a) For

Over Micro-Purchase Threshold but Not Exceeding the Simplified Acquisition Threshold

Acquisition Plan Action ID:

1. Contracting Activity: Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 07, Ralph H Johnson VA

Medical Center, 109 Bee Street Charleston, SC 29401

2. Brief Description of Supplies/ Services required and the intended use/Estimated Amount: Surgical hoods (or helmets) required as personal protective equipment used during surgical procedures. Surgical hoods protect both the surgical team and the patient during orthopedic procedures by preventing contamination. They act as a barrier against bodily fluid splashes for the surgeon and the surgical team, while also keeping the surgeon's skin and other particles from falling into the open wound to reduce the patient's risk of deep wound infection.

The estimated value of the proposed action is $38,444.48.

3. Unique characteristics that limit availability to only one source, with the reason no other supplies or services can be used: The Stryker Steri-Shield 8 Surgical Helmet System is requested as a sole source procurement because it is the only system that is fully compatible with the existing Stryker Flyte personal protection system currently in use at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center. The SS8 helmet integrates exclusively with Stryker Flyte surgical hoods and togas, providing the required sterile barrier and protection for surgical staff. Alternative helmet systems are not compatible with the Stryker Flyte consumables and would require replacement of the entire system infrastructure, resulting in significant additional cost and operational disruption. Additionally, The SS8 System features auto-pause smart technology and a three-magnet alignment system that ensures secure disposable attachment while maintaining operating room sterility. It includes dual optimized airflow ports that target both the front and back of the neck for increased temperature sensitivity. Additionally, the high-CRI LED light enhances color rendering, and the integrated ponytail pathway accommodates all hair types. Therefore, Stryker is the only authorized manufacturer and distributor capable of supplying the SS8 surgical helmet system that meets the VA’s clinical, safety, and compatibility requirements.

4. Description of market research conducted and results or statement why it was not conducted: Detailed market research was conducted through multiple queries of SAM.gov, GSA, SBA Dynamic Small Business Search (DSBS) and a Google internet search. The only

VHAPG Part 812.102 Simplified Acquisition Procedures: Soliciting from a Single Source Single Source Justification for MPT up to SAT

Revision: 02 Effective Date: 12/30/2025 Page 2 of 2 vendor found through these queries was STRYKER, the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). No other companies are authorized to re-sell, currently.

5. Contracting Officer's Certification: Purchase is approved in accordance with FAR

12.102(a). I certify that the foregoing justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Ashley Stewart Contracting Officer