58--VINTEN ROBOTIC CAMERA HEADS - R&I

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Office of Employee Education Systems, intends to award a firm-fixed price sole source contract for Vinten Robotic Camera Heads. This contract is being awarded under the authority of 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1) and in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 13.106-1(b), which allows for a sole source award when only one brand satisfies the agency's requirements. The notice serves as a formal announcement of the intent to procure these specific robotic camera heads, emphasizing that only the Vinten brand meets the necessary specifications outlined by the agency. This procurement follows the regulatory requirements under FAR 5.101(a)(1) for disseminating information about proposed contract actions. The contract is identified by solicitation number 36C77618Q9250 and falls under NAICS code 334290, which corresponds to manufacturing activities related to audio and video equipment. The contract type is firm-fixed price, indicating a set price for the products being acquired. The notice also includes a brand name justification document to clarify why the Vinten Robotic Camera Heads are uniquely suitable for the agency's needs.