65--Annual Preventative Maintenance Services/Injectors

This contract notice announces the Government's intent to sole source the procurement of annual preventive maintenance services for injectors at the Veteran Administration Medical Center in Fayetteville, NC. Medrad Inc. is currently performing these services and is recognized as the only local source capable of meeting the immediate needs of the agency. The Government has determined that competition is not favorable due to the unique technical requirements and potential unacceptable delays that would arise if a competitor were selected. This action is authorized under FAR Part 6.302-2, permitting procurement without full and open competition when only one responsible source exists. Interested parties wishing to provide information arguing that competition would be beneficial must submit detailed and convincing evidence within three days, including their technical capabilities to fulfill the agency’s needs. The notice is informational and not a solicitation or request for quotes. The contract pertains to services classified under NAICS code 423450 and is focused on sustaining uninterrupted preventive maintenance to ensure injector functionality at the medical center. The procurement aims to avoid substantial duplication of costs and delays, emphasizing the unique positioning of Medrad Inc. as the sole supplier qualified to meet current requirements.