J099--Bio-Rad BioPlex 2200 Service

VHAPM Part 813.106 Simplified Acquisition Procedures: Soliciting from a Single Source

Attachment 1: Single Source Justification for SAP under $250K

VHAPM Part 806.3 Other than Full and Open Competition Page 1 of 1

Original Date: 08/30/17

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Justification for Single Source Awards IAW FAR 13.106-1

For

Over Micro-Purchase Threshold but Not Exceeding the SAT ($250K)

Acquisition Plan Action ID: (36C250-20-AP-4075)

Contracting Activity: Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN10, Cleveland VA Medical Center

Brief Description of Supplies/ Services required and the intended use/Estimated Amount: This activity proposes to solicit with Bio-Rad Laboratories a large business using sole source procurement procedures under NAICS Code 811219 to provide all necessary labor, management, supervision, technical skills, quality control, materials, software, and equipment necessary to provide a Silver service level maintenance agreement for Bioplex System, Model: BPX2200, VA ID# 2024868, SN: 2200-0830 located at the Cleveland VA Medical Center.

Unique characteristics that limit availability to only one source, with the reason no other supplies or services can be used: This request is being entered as a sole source because these items must be installed by the manufacturer standards with the use of OEM parts, tools, and materials ONLY.

Description of market research conducted and results or statement why it was not conducted: - FAR 6.302-1- Only one responsible source-VIP database identified no SDVOSB or VOSB contractors due to their being only one responsible source. Proprietary parts, tools, materials, and software as applicable. - OEM Certified field service engineer. All maintenance inspections and repairs must be done with OEM parts, tools, materials, and software to meet specific capabilities and specifications of the above stated equipment. Third party vendors do not have access to OEM parts. Vendor must exhibit and be authorized the ability to complete all operational modifications according and under manufacturer specifications. This does not afford us the time to conduct direct market research.

Contracting Officer's Certification: Purchase is approved in accordance with FAR13.106-1(b). I certify that the foregoing justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

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Name Date

Title Awarded contract 36C25021P0033 to BIO-RAD LABORATORIES, INC. for 25110.00000000 on 2020-10-01.