6515--Notice of Intent to Sole Source - CPFS/D USB Spirometer with BreezeSuite Software

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VISN1) hereby announces its intent to enter into a sole source award with MEDICAL GRAPHICS CORPORATION, 350 OAK GROVE PKWY, SAINT PAUL, MN 55127-8507.

This notice is not a request for quotes, but rather a notice of intent to conduct a sole source procurement in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b)(i); only one source reasonably available (e.g., urgency, exclusive licensing agreements, brand-name or industrial mobilization).

The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 339112, with a size standard of 1,000 employees.

VACT Healthcare System is seeking to purchase additional Spirometry equipment to complement its CBOC center operations. The MGC Pulmonary systems are already installed at VACT. VACT also hosts a VISN centric server to handle data flow. It is imperative that additional pulmonary/respiratory equipment integrates with the existing server to preserve current workflow practices. The need is for (7) additional Spirometry systems. VACT currently has MGC Spirometry systems in use.

CLIN 0001: CPFS/D USP Spirometer w/BreezeSuite Software, Part# 800704-905 & 790804-001, Qty: 7 ea

CLIN 0002: MultiUser Software Option for CPFSD, Part# 147612-312, Qty: 7 ea

CLIN 0003: 3 Liter Calibration Syringe for CPFSD, Part# 704001-004, Qty: 7 ea

CLIN 0004: Umbilical Clip Assembluy for CPFS/D USB Series, Part# 701066-021, Qty: 7 ea

CLIN 0005: PreVent Flow Sensor (Box of 24), Part# 758100-004, Qty: 7 boxes

CLIN 0006: Kit -1 Includes preVent II Filter (oval with lip grip) & Nose Clip, Part# 536719-001, Qty 7 ea

CLIN 0007: PreVent Flow Sensor Handle, Part# 543370-001, Qty: 7 ea

CLIN 0008: 4 hours Remote Training, Qty: 1 Job

CLIN 0009: 1 Day Onsite Installation/Operator Training up to 4 people, Qty: 1 Job

CLIN 0010: 5 year UltaCare Preferred Support Agreement for CPFSD, Qty: 1 Job

CLIN 0011: 1 Hour Remote Professional Service Time, Qty: 1 Job

Interested parties may identify their interests and capabilities by responding to this requirement by the due date listed on this notice. Any response to this notice must show clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed award upon response to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. No reimbursement for any cost connected with providing capability information will be provided.