J065--Service Contract for Olympus P7 Ureteroscopes - Ann Arbor

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans Health Administration, specifically Veterans Integrated Service Network 10, has issued a Special Notice announcing its intent to negotiate a sole source contract with Olympus America, Inc. for service of Olympus P7 ureteroscopes at the Lieutenant Colonel Charles S. Kettles VA Medical Center in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The contract will be executed under Simplified Acquisition Procedures and FAR Part 6.302-1, which allows for procurement from only one responsible source. The procurement falls under NAICS code 811210 for Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance, with a contract structure consisting of a base period and four option years. The VA has determined that Olympus America, Inc. is the sole provider capable of meeting their specific medical equipment service requirements.

The primary objective of this Special Notice is to procure comprehensive service coverage for Olympus P7 ureteroscopes, including full repair services with no monetary cap and accidental damage coverage. Contractors interested in challenging the sole source designation must submit email responses demonstrating clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the government by 12:00 PM EST on January 6, 2025. The service contract includes extensive support features such as prioritized repairs with 24-48 hour turnaround, next-day shipping in both directions, and 24/7 technical support available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM ET. Eligibility is effectively limited to Olympus America, Inc. as the sole source provider, with the contract specifically covering equipment servicing at the Ann Arbor VA Medical Center. No telephonic inquiries will be accepted, and all communications must be directed to the contracting officer via email.