65--ICEFX CRYOABLATION SYSTEM AND CART

The VA Palo Alto Health Care System intends to enter into a sole source contract with Gilal Medical LLC for the procurement of the proprietary ICEFX Cryoablation System, manufactured by BTG International. This contract is justified under FAR 13.106-1, as only one responsible source is considered capable of fulfilling the agency's requirements due to the unique nature of the product. The system falls under the NAICS code 339113, though it is not on the NMR Waiver list. Although this is not a competitive solicitation, firms who believe they can supply an equivalent product are invited to submit detailed written notifications to the contract specialist by the specified deadline of September 25, 2019, 12:00 PM PST. The government retains discretion to decide whether to engage in competitive procurement based on the submitted information. No telephone inquiries or quotes will be accepted, and costs associated with providing capability statements will not be reimbursed. Responses must be emailed to the provided contact, and the information received will only be used to assess the need for competition. The contract, identified by solicitation number 36C26119Q1340, will be managed through the Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contract Office 21, located in Mather, California. This arrangement ensures the VA Palo Alto Health Care System acquires the specific cryoablation technology required for its medical operations in a streamlined procurement process.