65--Laser Speckle Contrast Imager (PeriCam PSI HR) for the VA Medical Center in Augusta Georgia

The Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center in Augusta, Georgia, plans to negotiate a sole-source contract with Veterans Healthcare Supply Solutions Inc., a certified Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, for the procurement of a blood perfusion imager utilizing laser speckle contrast analysis technology. Specifically, the acquisition includes the PeriCam PSI HR system with a FireWire card, a desktop PC, PIMSoft software, and on-site training. This system is chosen for its capability to analyze blood perfusion in real time from a living subject without needing to thin or remove sections of the skull, offering a unique, non-invasive diagnostic capability. The sole-source procurement follows the regulations outlined in FAR 6.302-1 and VAAR 819.7007 and 819.7008, which permit awards to verified service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses without competition. This notice of intent, issued on September 10, 2018, is not a solicitation for competitive bids but an announcement of the Government’s plan to sole source this requirement. However, any capable and responsible parties believing they can meet the requirements may submit a capability statement by noon on September 13, 2018, for consideration. Submissions must be emailed to the designated contracting office contact, with no telephone responses accepted. The final decision to proceed without competition lies solely with the Government, emphasizing compliance with specific veteran-owned business preferences. The contract falls under the NAICS code 333314 and is managed through the Department of Veterans Affairs’ Rpo East Office in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.