J065--Riverain ClearRead Software in support of the VISN 23 VA Healthcare System.

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 under the Federal Supply Schedules (FSS) to the following contractor for Riverain ClearRead Software in support of Multiple Lactations within the VISN 23 VA Healthcare Network.

Riverrain Technologies

UEI: NGCJXHLWNDU3

3020 South Tech Blvd

Miamisburg, OH 45342

This is done under authority of 41 U.S.C. 152 (3) and 40 U.S.C. 501, as implemented by FAR 8.405-6 (a)(1)(i)(B): Only one source is capable of providing the supplies and services required at the level of quality required because the supplies or services are unique or highly specialized.

This is not a request for competitive quotes.

Market research revealed that Riverrain Technologies is the proprietary developer and sole service provider of the Riverrain ClearRead Software currently being utilized by VISN 23 VA Healthcare Network.

The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this service is 811210 (Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance) and the Product Service Code (PSC) is J065 (Maintenance, Repair, and Rebuilding of Equipment Medical, Dental, and Veterinary).

While this synopsis does not constitute a solicitation, interested vendors may identify their interest and capability to satisfy the requirement, including documentation from the proprietary rights holder Simplex Grinnell that such contractor could provide this service as an authorized reseller, authorized dealer or third party.

All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, which shall be considered by the agency by e-mailing such statement and supporting documentation to Marie Weathers, Contracting Officer, at marie.weathers@va.gov. No phone calls please. Please indicate Response to Riverrain ClearRead Software in subject line of e-mail.

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 under authorities cited above.