J065--Intent to Sole Source Posting

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans Health Administration, specifically Network Contracting Office 10, has issued a Special Notice announcing its intent to award a sole-source contract under Simplified Acquisition Procedures. The contract is for a Service Maintenance CoverCare Program Agreement related to Scrub Ex Machines, categorized under NAICS code 811210 for Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance. The VA intends to negotiate directly with L1 Enterprises Inc., believing this company is the only source capable of meeting their specific requirements. The sole-source contract will be processed using FAR 6.302-1, which allows for procurement from only one responsible source when no other supplies or services can satisfy agency needs. The notice was posted on January 14, 2025, with a response deadline of January 21, 2025.

Contractors interested in challenging this sole-source intent must submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation demonstrating their ability to meet the VA's requirements and provide a competitive advantage. All responses must be emailed to Jennifer Nowak at Jennifer.Nowak@va.gov by 12:00 PM EST on January 21, 2025. While the VA is primarily targeting L1 Enterprises Inc., they are open to considering alternative vendors who can prove their competence and potential cost-effectiveness. The government emphasizes that this notice is not a formal solicitation and that no solicitation package is currently available. Respondents should provide clear and convincing evidence of their capabilities, understanding that the VA retains sole discretion in determining whether to proceed with competition. The VA will not compensate vendors for information submitted in response to this notice, and any determination not to compete will be made at the agency's discretion.