Notice of Intent to Sole Source

The Defense Health Agency has issued a Special Notice of Intent to Sole Source a Purchase Order to GE Precision Healthcare LLC, a specialized medical technology company. The notice, posted on January 2, 2025, concerns the procurement of Viewpoint Software Maintenance for ultrasound equipment. GE Healthcare is identified as the sole manufacturer and authorized government hospital distributor for this specific software maintenance service. The contract opportunity is classified under NAICS code 334516 for Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing and PSC code J065 for Medical Equipment Maintenance and Repair. The notice applies to a procurement with a period of performance spanning from January 15, 2024, to January 14, 2030, which includes a base period and four potential option years.

The primary objective of this Special Notice is to inform potential contractors about the government's intent to directly award a contract to GE Precision Healthcare LLC without a competitive bidding process. Contractors who believe they can provide equivalent capabilities are invited to submit capability statements before the closing date of January 10, 2025. The sole source justification is based on GE Healthcare's unique position as the exclusive manufacturer and distributor of the specific ultrasound software maintenance service. Eligible participants must carefully review the notice and demonstrate compelling evidence of their ability to meet the government's requirements. GE Healthcare's System for Award Management (SAM) Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) is JJURYE5M19G1, and their active profile is valid until May 30, 2025. The notice represents an opportunity for contractors to challenge the sole source determination by providing comprehensive capability statements that demonstrate equivalent service offerings.