Powerscribe maintenance nuance software

The Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 11, in accordance with FAR 6.302.1 (only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements) intends to negotiate on a sole source basis with Nuance Communications, Inc. of Burlington, MA for an Annual Service Maintenance Contract for the Nuance Powerscribe voice activated dictation system. NAICS 511210 applies; the small business size standard is $35.5 Million. The Contractor shall provide all parts, materials, labor, supervision and technical support necessary to perform all aspects of maintenance, upgrades and service of the Nuance Powerscribe voice activated dictation system at the VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System, 2215 Fuller Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105 for the period from date of award through September 30, 2014 with two (2) one year option periods. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. It is not a solicitation or request for offers. No solicitation package is available. A determination not to compete is solely within the discretion of the Government. Any response to this notice must show clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. Responses must be received no later than 3:00 pm on October 28, 2013. No telephone or email inquiries will be accepted. All responses must be mailed to VAAAHS, Attn; Thomas Auten (Purchasing and Contracting 54C), 2215 Fuller Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105.