R702--Intent to Sole Source Notice for Data analysis services with AB Evergreen Analytics, LLC

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 4 has issued a Special Notice announcing its intent to sole source a contract with AB Evergreen Analytics, LLC. The notice pertains to data analysis services for the San Francisco Veterans Affairs Medical Center's Office of Research and Development. Specifically, the contract will cover a one-year base period with an additional option year of services. The procurement will be conducted under NAICS code 518210 with a $40 million size standard and PSC code R702. The VA has determined that AB Evergreen Analytics, located in Seattle, Washington, is the only vendor capable of providing continuity and compatibility with existing VA studies.

The primary objective of this Special Notice is to maintain ongoing data analysis support for existing VA studies without interruption. Contractors interested in providing input or challenging the sole source determination must contact Contracting Officer Rachael Talbott via email by January 14, 2025, at 12:00 PM EST. The procurement will be conducted under FAR 6.302.1-1, which allows for sole source procurement when only one responsible source can satisfy agency requirements. While no formal solicitation will be issued, the Contracting Officer retains discretion to pursue competitive procurement based on responses received. Eligible contractors should note that the contract is specifically focused on data analysis services, and the opportunity is limited to AB Evergreen Analytics unless the Contracting Officer determines alternative sources could meet the VA's needs. The contract's scope emphasizes maintaining data continuity and compatibility with existing VA studies.