J065--Cath Lab IVUS Maintenance Contract

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 Boston Scientific of Marlborough, MA for a service maintenance plan for the Cath Lab IVUS machine. NAICS 811219 applies, the small business size standard is $22 Million. Contractor shall provide an essential care agreement service maintenance plan for the Cath Lab IVUS machine (SN 6023) located at the Veteran Health Indiana, Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center, 1481 W 10th Street Indianapolis, IN 46202 for the period of October 15, 2020 through October 14, 2021 with two (2) 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 October 13, 2020. No telephone inquiries will be accepted. All responses must be emailed to Janel.Tate-Montgomery@va.gov.