6140--Medtronic Ventilator Batteries - Notice of Intent to Sole Source
Closed Special Notice Posted
- Solicitation number
- 36C25026Q0914
- Agency
-
Veterans Integrated Service Network 10
Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 335910 Battery Manufacturing
- PSC
- 6140 Batteries, Rechargeable
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Integrated Service Network 10 (Cincinnati VA Medical Center) issued a Notice of Intent to sole source 52 Medtronic Ventilator LI-ION Batteries (Item 10086042, 980 Rechargeable) to Covidien Sales LLC (Medtronic) under FAR 12.102(a) and GSAR 538.7104-3, with a response deadline of September 3, 2026 at 4:00 pm Eastern Time.
Cincinnati VAMC's existing Medtronic PB980 Ventilator systems are displaying battery end-of-service life messages. The requested batteries are the only equipment capable of integrating with these systems; the VA examined alternative products and found none compatible with the specifications required by the end-user. The VA intends to award a firm-fixed price contract with no option years to Medtronic based on OEM compatibility, consistency, and interoperability requirements.
This is not a competitive solicitation. However, any party may submit clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government by the response deadline. Responses should be directed to Contract Specialist Lonnelle Jones at lonnelle.jones@va.gov. The contracting office is located in Indianapolis, Indiana. Medtronic is a large business OEM located at 15 Hampshire Street, Mansfield, Massachusetts 02048. The procurement falls under NAICS 335910 (Battery Manufacturing) and PSC 6140 (Batteries, Rechargeable).
Notice text
Notice of Intent to Sole Source Requirement
Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 10, Cincinnati VA Medical Center 3200 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45220, intends to negotiate a sole source contract under Simplified Acquisition Procedures and the authority of FAR Part RFO FAR 12.102(a), Acquisition of Commercial Products and Commercial Services, and in accordance with (IAW) GSAR 538.7104-3, Only One Responsible Source for 52 Medtronic Ventilator LI-ION Batteries.
The associated NAICS code for this is 335910 (Battery Manufacturer). The vendor will be Covidien Sales LLC (Medtronic), 15 Hampshire St, Mansfield, MA 02048, large business, original equipment manufacturer (OEM).
Description of Equipment or Supplies:
ITEM NUMBER
DESCRIPTION
QTY
10086042
980 Rechargeable LI-ION Battery
52
Cincinnati VAMC Biomedical Department currently utilizes OEM s ventilators and batteries. Some of the current life support equipment are receiving battery end of service life messages. The requested batteries are the only equipment that will integrate with the existing Medtronic PB980 Ventilator systems. The specifications needed by the end-user could not be met or shown compatible with any other product examined. In the interest of consistency, compatibility, interchangeability, and ability to continue with current services, it is in the best interest of the VA to remain with OEM equipment.
A firm-fixed price contract with no option years is anticipated and shall be awarded. It is the Government's belief that only the proposed candidate possesses the required capabilities to successfully meet this requirement. It is the Government's intention to solicit and negotiate with only this source.
This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. It is not a solicitation or request for offers. No solicitation package is available. Any response to this notice must show clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. Responses must be received no later than 4:00 pm EST, Thursday, September 3, 2026. Point of contact is Lonnelle Jones, e-mail lonnelle.jones@va.gov.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| 36C25026Q0914.docx | DOCX document |
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