J045--Sole Source- Treatment and Maintenance of Bio Amp Systems

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 16 is seeking treatment and maintenance services for Bio Amp Systems at the Overton Brooks VA Medical Center in Shreveport, Louisiana. The solicitation (36C25625Q0223) covers monthly preventative maintenance, emergency repairs, priority service response, parts delivery, telephone support, and software upgrades for three Bio-generator systems located in different kitchen areas. The procurement is structured as a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items under simplified acquisition procedures, with quotes to be submitted electronically to alan.scanio@va.gov by December 12, 2024, at 10:00 AM Central Time. The evaluation will be conducted using lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) criteria, focusing on meeting the specified technical requirements. NCH Corporation is identified as the original equipment manufacturer and exclusive service provider for these systems.

The solicitation is an unrestricted procurement without any specific set-aside, falling under NAICS code 562219 for nonhazardous waste treatment and disposal. The contract has a five-year ordering period from January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2029, with work to be performed during normal business hours (7:00 AM to 4:00 PM CST, Monday-Friday). The estimated contract value is approximately $54,151 over the five-year period, with a minimum order amount of $2,500 and a maximum order amount of $12,000 per order. The place of performance is specifically located at 510 E Stoner Ave, Shreveport, LA 71101. Market research conducted by the VA included a Sources Sought Notice and database searches, which ultimately confirmed NCH Corporation as the sole viable service provider for these specialized Bio Amp Systems.