V797D-50377 36C26022N0653_1.docx

SUBJECT*

TO MO ** EMERGENCY** Locum Radiation Therapist Staffing Medical X-Ray Staffing Solutions, USA

GENERAL INFORMATION

SOLICITATION NUMBER*

BASE NOTICE TYPE

ATTN: V4CONT

1601 E. Fourth Plain Blvd Bldg.17, Suite B428 Vancouver WA 98661

POINT OF CONTACT*

Contract Specialist Lalenia Maria lalenia.maria@va.gov

AWARD INFORMATION

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LINE ITEM NUMBER

AWARDEE NAME*

CONTRACTOR’S UEI

MEDICAL X-RAY STAFFING SOLUTIONS, INC.

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AWARDEE ADDRESS LINE 1*

AWARDEE ADDRESS LINE 2*

AWARDEE ADDRESS LINE 4*

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Justification and Approval Notice Justification and Approval Notice J&A Radiation Therapist Staffing, PUG

Justification and Approval Notice

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Justification and Approval (J&A) For Other Than Full and Open Competition (>SAT)

Acquisition Plan Action ID: 36C260-21-AP-3741

1. Contracting Activity:

Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 20 (V4CONT) 1601 E. Fourth Plain Blvd, Bldg 17, Suite B428 Vancouver, WA 98661

In support of:

VISN 20, VA Puget Sound Health Care System 1660 S Columbian Way Seattle, WA 98108

2237 No. 663‐22‐3‐048‐0034

2. Nature and/or Description of the Action Being Approved:

This is a sole source, firm fixed‐price procurement for locum Radiation Therapist Services. This is a new emergency requirement, and a Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) Contractor is also listed on the National Acquisition Center’s (NAC) schedule for these services: V797D‐50377.

The VA Puget Sound Radiation/Oncology section requires these locum services while they hire new therapists. This requirement will provide locums that will prevent the VA Puget Sound from sending more patients to community care at increased costs.

3. Description of Supplies/Services Required to Meet the Agency’s Needs:

The purpose of this short‐term requirement is to contract two qualified, licensed, locum Radiation Therapists to serve on‐site at the VA Puget Sound Health Care System. This is an emergent requirement of 2.0 FTE, 2080 hours over 6 months with one six‐month options for one or two FTEs of Radiation Therapists to perform patient care duties in the Radiation Oncology Clinic at the VA Puget Sound Health Care System. This is an emergent firm‐fixed price request that will be awarded as a new contract. The Task Order will include FAR Clause 52.217‐8, Option to Extend Services. Total price with six‐month base period including the option period with two FTEs is $348,108.80.

4. Statutory Authority Permitting Other than Full and Open Competition: 41 USC §3304(a)(5), 38 U.S. Code § 8127(c), as implemented by FAR 6.302‐5 (Authorized or Required by Statute). COs may use the non‐competitive (sole source) procedures authorized in VAAR 819.7007 or 819.7008 up to $5,000,000. Check the specific VAAR clause used below:

( X ) 819.7007 Sole source awards to a verified service‐disabled veteran‐owned small business; or Attachment

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02/01/2022 Page of

( ) 819.7008 Sole source awards to a verified veteran‐owned small business

5. Demonstration that the Contractor’s Unique Qualifications and/or Nature of the Acquisition Requires the Use of the Authority Cited Above (applicability of authority):

IAW VAAR 819‐7007 and 38 U.S.C. 8127(c) ‐ when awarding sole source contracts to a Verified Service‐ Disabled Veteran owned Small Business (SDVOSB) concern using other than competitive procedures. Actions that fall under this authority and an anticipated award price of the contract (including options) shall not exceed $5M. The CO has determined that this authority allows a sole source award based on the vendor’s socio‐economic status as a SDVOSB and listed on the NAC schedule. The SDVOSB has been determined to be a responsible source with respect to performance and meets eligibility requirements.

6. Description of Efforts Made to ensure that offers are solicited from as many potential sources as deemed practicable, including whether a notice was or will be publicized as required by subpart 5.2 and, if not, which exception under 5.202 applies:

The Contracting Officer’s determination to make a sole source award was a business decision based on the time urgency of the requirement, the SDVOSB socio‐economic vendor status, and that the services are offered on the NAC contract. These were all factors to determine a sole source is in the best interest of the Government.

IAW FAR 6.305, the Justification must be posted on the Contract Opportunities (SAM) within 14 days after contract award. *J&As for Unusual and Compelling Urgency must be posted within 30 days after award. *J&As for Urgent and Compelling (IAW FAR 8.405‐6(a)(k)(A)) must be posted within 30 days after award.

7. Determination by the CO that the Anticipated Cost to the Government will be Fair and Reasonable:

In accordance with FAR 8.404(d), GSA has already determined that rates for services offered at hourly rates, under schedule contracts, to be fair and reasonable. In accordance with FAR 8.405‐2(d), a price evaluation will be conducted with the IGCE and the Contractor’s pricing. The Contractor is listed on the National Acquisition Center’s schedule and is a Service‐Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).

Base: Contractor is to provide two full time equivalent (FTE) Radiation Therapist at VA Puget Sound HCS (Seattle VAMC), to provide Radiation Therapist Services up to 2080 hours/six months.

Option Period: Contractor is to provide two full time equivalent(s) (FTE) Radiation Therapist at VA Puget Sound HCS (Seattle VAMC), to provide up to 1040 hours per FTE of Radiation Therapist Services as stated in PWS, for option period.

8. Description of the Market Research Conducted and the Results, or a Statement of the Reasons Market Research Was Not Conducted:

A search was conducted by a query of the National Acquisition Center’s schedule using keywords: Radiation Therapist. Market Research was conducted and submitted as required in the procurement package. There are multiple potential vendors that meet set‐asides and who could potentially submit proposals. Medical Staffing Solutions, USA is listed on the NAC schedule and is also a SDVOSB.

9. Any Other Facts Supporting the Use of Other than Full and Open Competition:

None – 38 U.S.C. 8127(c)

10. Listing of Sources that Expressed, in Writing, an Interest in the Acquisition:

None

11. A Statement of the Actions, if any, the Agency May Take to Remove or Overcome any Barriers to Competition before Making subsequent acquisitions for the supplies or services required:

This requirement is short‐term – 6 months with one 6‐month option(s) for two FTEs. Approval will not be sought for more than a one‐year contract. Network Contracting Office 20 is in process of procuring VISN Primary Care Physician Services and the requirement will be competed, fulfilling competition requirements.

12. Requirements Certification: 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.

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Business Manager, FAC‐COR II

13. Approvals in accordance with the VHAPM Part 806.3 OFOC SOP:

a. Contracting Officer or Designee’s Certification (required): I certify that the foregoing justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

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Branch Chief, Health Care Resources, Contracting Officer Network Contracting Office 20 (NCO 20)

b. One Level Above the Contracting Officer (Required over the SAT but not exceeding $750K): I certify the justification meets requirements for other than full and open competition.

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