J065--LAP Laser Preventive Maintenance for DORADOnova and CARINAnav at Edwards Hines Jr VA Hospital

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration (VA) through the Great Lakes Acquisition Center (GLAC) has issued a Special Notice for a sole source contract with LAP of America Laser Applications, LLC. The contract pertains to preventive maintenance and software updates for medical laser equipment, specifically the DORADOnova with CARINAnav machines located at Edwards Hines Jr VA Hospital. This procurement is being conducted under Statutory Authority 41 U.S.C. 1901 and utilizing Simplified Acquisition Procedures. LAP of America Laser Applications, LLC is identified as the sole authorized vendor capable of performing maintenance on these specialized medical devices. The contract is classified under NAICS code 811210 for Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance, with a business size standard of $34.0.

The purpose of this Special Notice is to formally communicate the VA's intent to negotiate a non-competitive contract with LAP of America Laser Applications, LLC for critical medical equipment maintenance. Contractors interested in challenging this sole source determination must submit written notification to Contracting Officer Joni Dorr (joni.dorr@va.gov) by 10:00 AM Central Time on May 13, 2025. Any potential alternative vendors must provide comprehensive supporting evidence demonstrating their capability to meet the contract requirements, including a mandatory letter from the Original Equipment Manufacturer confirming authorized service vendor status. The contract structure includes a one-year base period with two additional one-year option periods, and will be executed as a firm fixed-price agreement. While alternative vendors may submit responses, the government retains full discretion to determine whether to compete the procurement, with no guarantee of reconsideration even if alternative vendors demonstrate capability.