JA12-085Redacted.pdf

CONTROL NO. ________

Justification and Approval for other than Full and Open Competition

1. Contracting Activity: U.S. Army Medical Command Health Care Acquisition Activity Pacific Regional Contracting Office Bldg. 160, Krukowski Road Tripler, HI 96859-5000

2. Description of Action being Approved: In accordance with FAR Part 6.302-1, this is to request approval for a new firm fixed type contract for annual maintenance services, that will be used by the Healthcare Equipment Management Branch (HEMB). FY12 DHP O&M funds will be used. PR 10181260

3. Description of Supplies or Services Required to Meet Agency’s Needs: The services being purchased is for full service coverage for repair maintenance for the Da Vinci Telemanipulation system by Intuitive Surgical, Inc;

inclusive of unlimited telephonic technical / troubleshooting support before, during and after patient treatments, parts, labor and travel for scheduled and unscheduled services.

4. Authority Cited: The statutory authority permitting other than full and open competition is 10 USC 2304 (c)(2) as implemented by FAR 6.302-1 (Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements).

5. Reason for Authority Cited: The contractor, Intuitive Surgical, Inc, is the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) of the Da Vinci Telemanipulation system. The OEM has the certified and experienced personnel that can provide the support necessary for troubleshooting, and/or maintaining the system in a good working condition IAW OEM specifications. Tripler does not have the certified technicians necessary to perform any troubleshooting support. OEM has proprietary rights for any software required for the system.

6. Efforts to Obtain Competition: It is impossible to seek competition because of the delicate nature of the equipment.

7. Actions to Increase Competition: If it is determined that similar items will be required in the future, it may be possible to compete subsequent requirements.

8. Market Research: Market research has shown that this product is commercial in nature. There will be on-going research of the industry market place to determine if there are new entrants into this product arena for future requirements. Any responsible source may express interest which shall be considered by the agency.

Due to the Department recommendation, it would not be practical or cost effective to purchase services from other than the recommended manufacturer in order to meet mission requirements. A delay in awarding a contract will seriously harm the Government’s mission of providing patient care to its beneficiaries.

9. Interested Sources: To date, no other sources have written to express an interest. All vendors who express interest as a result of making this justification public will be considered for future requirements.

10. Other Supporting Factors.

11. Technical Certification:

I hereby certify 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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Signature: __ Date: 31 May 2012 Typed Name:

Title: NCOI

12. Requirements Certification:

I certify 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.

Signature:__ _ Date: 31 May 2012 Typed Name Title: Purcha

13. Fair and Reasonable Cost Determination/Contracting Officer Certification: I hereby determine that the anticipated cost to the Government for this contract action will be fair and reasonable based on published price lists and a Government estimate. Cost or pricing data will not be required in accordance with FAR 15.403(1)(c )(3).

Signature: ________________________________ Date:_______________________ Typed Name:

Title: Contracting Officer, PRCO

MARIA L. VENCILL

26 JUNE 2012