J065--MRS Software Support for VISN23

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NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD SOLE SOURCE

This is a Notice of Intent published in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)

5.101(a)(1) requiring the dissemination of information regarding proposed contract actions. This

Notice of Intent is for a proposed award of a sole source, firm-fixed price contract, as

implemented by FAR 13.106-1 soliciting from a single source. It is not a request for

competitive quotes.

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 23 intends to award a sole

source, firm-fixed price contract to MRS Systems, Inc. for proprietary maintenance support services for Mammography Reporting System Software to support the VISN23 Eagan, Minnesota. VA requires the proprietary maintenance services from MRS Systems, Inc., as implemented by FAR 13.106-1 soliciting from a single source, because the software and services are unique or proprietary to MRS Systems, Inc. Market research revealed that MRS Systems, Inc. is the proprietary developer and distributor for the software currently being utilized by VA. Additionally, MRS Systems, Inc. is the only manufacturer that can provide the required maintenance support for the software. The software system is routinely used by VA to provide medical services for veterans in the VA Healthcare System. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this requirement is 511210 and the service code is J065.

While this synopsis does not constitute a solicitation, interested vendors may identify their

interest and capability to satisfy the requirement. All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation which shall be considered by the agency. The Government understands that MRS Systems, Inc. is the only vendor that can provide the requested services. However, vendors that believe they can provide the capabilities required to fully meet the Government's requirement may submit information in writing to melissa.garrett@va.gov by April 9, 2020. Such documentation will be reviewed solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct the procurement on a competitive basis. A determination not to compete this requirement, based upon responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the Government. The Government will not be responsible for any costs associated with the preparation of responses to this notification.