J066--SPECIAL Lumenis SLT Laser Service Plan

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 service contract to the following contractor in support of Ophthalmology Services in support of Fargo VA Health Care System, 2101 Elm St. Fargo ND 58102

Lumenis Inc

SAM UEI: FYKRKTF4X1H4

2077 Gateway Place STE 300

San Jose CA 95110

This is done under authority of 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1), as implemented by FAR 13.106-1(b):

This is not a request for competitive quotes.

Market research revealed that Lumenis Inc. is the proprietary developer and sole service provider for the Lumenis SLT Laser system currently being utilized by Fargo VA Health Care System. They have no authorized distributors who they certify to provide repairs, maintenance and support. Lumenis Inc. does not support the work performed by other firms, or provide warranty on parts installed by other firms.

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 J066 (Maint/repair/Rebuild of equipment Instruments and Laboratory Equipment).

While this synopsis does not constitute a solicitation, interested vendors may identify their interest and capability to satisfy the requirement, including documentation from the original equipment manufacturer, Lumenis Inc. that the firm you represent could provide this service as an authorized reseller, authorized dealer or authorized 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 Christi Melendez, Contracting Specialist, at Christi.Melendez@va.gov . No phone calls please. Please indicate Response to Lumenis SLT Laser Maintenance 36C26324Q0955 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.