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65--MRI 3.0 Tesla compatable wireless Infusion Pump

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VA-241-08-RQ-0494Federal

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The Department of Veterans Affairs Connecticut Health Care System (VACHCS) plans to negotiate a sole source commercial contract with Medrad for a wireless infusion pump system compatible with MRI scanners up to 3.0 Tesla. This acquisition is conducted under the authority of FAR 6.302-1, citing that only one responsible source can fulfill their specific requirements. The equipment includes the Continuum Wireless MR Infusion System and various associated components such as non-magnetic IV stands, power cords, battery packs, remote displays, and operation manuals. The system features continuous weight and non-weight based dosing, wireless pump control, safety mechanisms like air bubble detection and occlusion pressure monitoring, adjustable flow rates, and a battery capable of 24-hour operation. The justification for a sole source procurement is based on the lack of any comparable system available on the market that meets the unique combination of features and specifications required by VACHCS, and the prohibitive cost of validating a similar system assembled from individual components. The solicitation is not a request for competitive proposals, although all proposals submitted by the specified deadline will be reviewed to determine if competition is possible. Correspondence and inquiries must be submitted in writing, with the purpose of gathering information to decide whether to proceed with a competitive process. This procurement reflects a specific need for advanced medical equipment essential for safe and effective infusion therapy within MRI environments.

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VACHCS seeks sole source contract with Medrad for specialized wireless MRI-compatible infusion pump system.

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334510 - Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing

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PostedAug 29

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Full Description

The Department of Veterans Affairs VA Connecticut Health Care System (VACHCS) intends to negotiate a commercial (FAR Part 12) sole source contract with Medrad under the authority of FAR 6.302-1. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) FAC 2005-26. Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. A justification for other than full and open competition is being prepared in support of this acquisition. Items being procured must be the same as or equal to: 3015726 Continuum Wireless MR Infusion System, 3009128 - 1EA; Non-Magnetic IV Stand - 2 CARTONS; 3009822 -1EA ASSY, PRODUCT INFO, CONTINUUM; 535-0243-012 - 1EA North American Style Power Cord; 205520 - 1EA MANUAL,OPS,WIRELESS CONTINUUM,ENGLISHSpecifications: System compatibility with scanners up to and including 3.0 Tesla at 2000 Gauss. Continuous weight-based dosing and non-weight dosing. Continuous flow at mL/hour. Anti-bolus function. Keypad lockout. Wireless pump control. User definable max flow rate and bolus limit. Occulusion pressure. Air bubble size detection. Flow rate change 0.1 to 1200 mL/hour. Volume 0.1 to 9,999 mLiters. Maximum pressure 0.7 bar or 10 psi adjustable. 24 hour battery operation at 15 mL/hour. 110-240 VAC, 50/60 Hertz 0.12 Amperage. - 1 EA; 3015511 - Battery,Li Polymer, 7.2V,3000mAh,Wireless - 2 EA; 3016307 - 1EA ; Assy, Remote Display, Wireless, Continuum 205521 1EA; MANUAL, OPS, CONTINUUM, REMOTE, ENGLISH 3009822 - 1EA; ASSY, PRODUCT INFO, CONTINUUM - 1 EA; 3013791 - SYSTEM, WIRELESS, MR, CERTO - 1 EA; INS MR COMBO INSTALL MR COMBINATION - 1 EA; 6 3014316 Assy, AC PWR CORDW/WARNING LABEL, US - 2 EA. RATIONALE FOR SOLE-SOURCE PURCHASE: No comparable system is currently available as a package assembling comparable capabilities from individual components would be costly to validate. THIS NOTICE IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE PROPOSALS. All proposals received by 4:00 P.M. eastern Time, Sept 5th, 2008, will be considered by the Government. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based on responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Inquiries will only be accepted in writing by e-mail (contact@example.gov) or Mail VA Connecticut Healthcare System, 950 Campbell Ave. West Haven, CT 06516, Mail Code 90C

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