6515--Intent to Sole Source Vapotherm HVT Transfer Unit
Closed Special Notice Posted
- Solicitation number
- 36C24125Q0389
- Agency
- Veterans Integrated Service Network 1 Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 334510 Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing
- Points of contact
-
- Manases Cabrera manases.cabrera@va.gov (781) 687-4418
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 1 has issued a Special Notice announcing its intent to award a sole-source contract for eight (8) Vapotherm HVT Transfer units for the West Haven VA Medical Center's Respiratory Therapy Services. The procurement is being conducted under Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 5.101(a)(2), specifically utilizing 10 U.S.C 2304 (C)(1) for sole-source contracting. The notice is designed to inform the public of the government's intention to purchase these specialized medical devices without a competitive bidding process. The Vapotherm HVT Transfer units are critical for providing non-invasive ventilation support to patients experiencing respiratory distress and hypoxemia. The contract will be a firm-fixed-price arrangement focused solely on equipment procurement.
Contractors interested in this opportunity must demonstrate clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the government by April 18, 2025, at 4:30 PM EST. The objective is to replace existing respiratory therapy equipment with Vapotherm HVT 2.0 Units and Transfer Units, including accompanying stands. Vendor responsibilities are limited to product delivery, equipment, accessories, and manual provisions, with no installation or maintenance services included. Interested parties should contact Contracting Specialist Manases Cabrera at manases.cabrera@va.gov to present their capabilities or potential competitive alternatives. The procurement falls under NAICS Category 334510 (Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing) and PSC Category 6515 (Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies). The government retains sole discretion in determining whether to proceed with the sole-source contract based on any responses received.
Notice text
This notice is being published in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 5.101(a)(2) requiring the dissemination of information on proposed contract actions. This is a notice of intent to award a sole-source contract pursuant to 10 U.S.C 2304 (C)(1), as implemented by FAR 6.302-1(a)(2) and 6.301-1(c), only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements, and brand-name descriptions.
The Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center located at 950 Campbell Ave, West Haven, CT, 06516 has a requirement for the purchase of eight (8) Vapotherm HVT Transfer units for Respiratory Therapy Services.
The Government intends to award a firm-fixed-price sole source contract.
A determination by the Government not to compete with this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. this notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. This is a written notice to inform the public of the Governments intent to award on a sole source basis.
Interested parties may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement. Any response to this notice must show clear and convincing evidence that competition will be advantageous to the Government.
Please contact Manasés Cabrera, Contracting Specialist with the responses or questions regarding this requirement at manases.cabrera@va.gov.
This notice will close on April 18, 2025, at 4:30 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST)
Objective
This document highlights the technical specifications for consideration towards the purchase of (8) Vapotherm HVT Transfer units for Respiratory Therapy Services. These units are to replace units that are being removed from service. Under this proposal, the vendor shall provide all equipment, accessories, and manuals. There is no installation or maintenance being provided as part of this acquisition.
Project Management / Equipment Implementation
Product delivery will be the responsibility of the Vendor working with the Connecticut VAMC warehouse POC. The Vendor will be responsible for delivery of the equipment, accessories, and manuals only. No installation or maintenance being provided as part of this acquisition.
Background/Justification
The West Haven VA s Respiratory Therapy Service is requesting the purchase of Vapotherm HVT Transfer units. These devices help support breathing for patients experiencing respiratory distress and/or hypoxemia without the need for a mask, enhancing patient comfort. Without this equipment, VACT will lack non-invasive ventilation support options. The device is particularly effective for post-extubation support and as a primary treatment for respiratory distress.
Equipment Specifications
Vapotherm HVT 2.0 Unit + HVT Transfer Unit,w/stand
Training Provided / Training Materials
No training
Attachments
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| 36C24125Q0389.docx | DOCX document |
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