J066--Histology Pathology Imaging Core Equipment Maintenance

The Department of Veterans Affairs, VA Medical Center, Boise, ID intends to award a sole source commercial purchase order to Richard Allan Scientific dba: Epredia Scientific. This proposed action is for preventative maintenance and repair services including original equipment manufacturer (OEM) replacement parts at the Boise VA Medical Center for the equipment listed below. This will be a single year firm-fixed price contract. Estimated Period of Performance will be 08/01/2023 07/31/2024.

CTM6, Cover-Tech (970010)

Gemini AS Heated (A8150000)

Tissue Processor, Excelsior AS (A82300001)

The VA intends to procure this requirement on a sole source basis in accordance with the statutory authority of 41 U.S.C. 253(c)(1) as implemented by FAR 6.303-2 and FAR 13.501. This is not a request for competitive quotes and no solicitation will be issued; however any firm that believes it can meet these requirements may give written notification to the Contracting Officer within 5 days from the date of the publication of this synopsis. Supporting evidence must be furnished in sufficient detail to demonstrate the ability to comply with the above requirements. Responses are due by 07/17/2013 2:00pm EST.

A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based on responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement in accordance with FAR Parts 12 & 13. This notice document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2023-04, dated 06/02/2023. The North America Industry Classification System Code (NAICS) is 811219 Other Electronic Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance.

Contracting Office Address:

Department of Veterans Affairs

1601 E 4th Plain Blvd.

Vancouver, WA 98331

Point of Contact:

Amy Kuczajda

Contracting Officer