J065--Intent to Sole Source Steris system monitoring and training

The Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 6 has issued a Special Notice announcing its intent to negotiate a sole source contract with Steris services for the Durham VA Medical Center located in Durham, North Carolina. The notice specifically relates to system monitoring and training services, categorized under NAICS code 811210 for Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance. The procurement is being conducted under Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 13.106-1(b)(2), which allows solicitation from a single source. The total contract size is estimated at $34 million, and the opportunity is not set aside for any specific type of business. The Special Notice was posted on February 26, 2025, with a response deadline of February 27, 2025.

The primary objective of this Special Notice is to secure Steris services for comprehensive system integration and training at the Durham VA Medical Center. The scope of work includes a detailed onsite walkthrough, completion of customer-requested IT requirements and documentation, ordering and installing connectivity kits for ConnectCare functionality, activating Service Portal accounts, and conducting in-person Steris system training. While the notice is not a competitive solicitation, businesses that believe they can meet the requirements are invited to submit written responses with supporting evidence demonstrating their capability and expertise. All responses must be received by 4:00 PM EST on February 27, 2025, and should be emailed to Byron.Brown4@va.gov. The government retains sole discretion in determining whether to compete the proposed acquisition, and no telephone inquiries will be accepted. Potential contractors should carefully review the requirements and be prepared to provide comprehensive documentation of their qualifications.