J065--CardioHelp Premium Extended Warranty

The Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 10, in accordance with FAR 6.302.1 (only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements) intends to negotiate on a sole source basis with Getinge USA Sales, LLC of Wayne, NJ for a comprehensive service plan for the Getinge CardioHelp Equipment. NAICS 811219 applies, the small business size standard is $22 Million. Contractor shall provide a comprehensive service plan for the Getinge CardioHelp Equipment (#90413800 and #90413804) to Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center located at 1481 W 10th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202 for the period of February 12, 2021 through January 31, 2022 with four (4) additional one (1) year option periods, in strict accordance with all schedules, specifications, terms, conditions and provisions of this contract. 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. A determination not to compete is solely within the discretion of the Government. 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 1:00 pm on February 10, 2021. No telephone inquiries will be accepted. All responses must be emailed to Janel.Tate-Montgomery@va.gov.