65--Geometry Module, Tilt - Part Only 549-13-3-5042-0586

The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the South Texas Veterans Health Care System under VISN 17, plans to enter into a sole-source purchase agreement with Philips Medical Systems for a Geometry Module, Tilt for the Allura FD 20 system. This procurement is justified under FAR 6.302-1(a)(2)(ii)(A) and (B), indicating that Philips Medical Systems is the only responsible source capable of providing this specific equipment. The acquisition falls under NAICS code 423450, related to medical equipment and supplies. This action is not a solicitation or invitation for competing bids but rather a formal notice of intent to negotiate directly. The notice emphasizes that any competing responses must provide clear and convincing evidence that competition would benefit the government, with a response deadline of April 26, 2010. The procurement is managed by Network Contract Office 17 within the Department of Veterans Affairs, located in San Antonio, Texas. No solicitation package or request for proposals is being issued for this procurement, and the government reserves sole discretion in proceeding without competition if no valid responses are received. Inquiries regarding this intent can be directed via email to the specified contact. The action is focused exclusively on acquiring the part identified as "Geometry Module, Tilt - Part Only 549-13-3-5042-0586," ensuring that the necessary medical equipment upgrade or maintenance can be efficiently completed through this sole-source arrangement.