65 - Heart Valve and Rigid Saddle Ring Consignment Agreement

The South Texas Veterans Healthcare System at the Audie L. Murphy Division plans to enter into a sole source consignment contract with St. Jude Medical for the supply of specific aortic heart valves, including the CAVGJ series, as well as rigid saddle rings from the RSAR and B10 series. This contract will consist of one base year with two additional one-year renewal options. The procurement is aligned with Federal Acquisition Regulation guidelines for a test program and employs simplified acquisition procedures. The selection of St. Jude Medical’s products is based on the surgical department's determination that these brand name and manufacturer-specific items uniquely meet the clinical needs of patient care. This consignment agreement is conducted under the authority of relevant U.S. codes governing sole source procurements within the Department of Veterans Affairs and reflects compliance with policy requiring the publication of brand name justifications. The contract is managed by the Department of Veterans Affairs’ Network Contract Office 17 in San Antonio, Texas, and emphasizes the exclusive use of St. Jude Medical products to ensure quality and consistency in medical treatment. The arrangement underscores the importance of specialized medical devices tailored to the veteran population’s healthcare requirements.