65--ortho surgical items

The VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System plans to engage in sole source negotiations with ERA Health LLC, operating as Veteran’s Health Medical Supply, located in Fort Worth, Texas, for the provision of shoulder hip kits, specifically CPS1 and CPS2 models. This decision is based on the fact that ERA Health LLC is the only authorized distributor of these Zimmer products that qualifies as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) or Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB). The procurement falls under the NAICS code 339113 and will be conducted in accordance with FAR 13.106-1 guidelines. This notice is not a solicitation for competitive proposals but serves as an opportunity for interested parties to express their interest and submit supporting information by the specified deadline, April 6, 2018, at noon EST, via email to the designated contracting officer Amanda Saunders. Responses will inform whether a competitive procurement will be considered, a decision that remains at the sole discretion of the contracting officer. Contact details for submission and inquiries are provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 4 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This contract primarily addresses the supply of orthopedic surgical items associated with the shoulder and hip kits needed by the VA healthcare system and highlights ERA Health LLC’s unique position as the authorized distributor within the veteran-owned business set-aside category.