65--VAAAHS Special Medtronic TAVR Valve

The VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System intends to award a sole source contract to Medtronic, Inc. for the supply of a TAVR Heart Valve under the NAICS code 339113, with a small business size standard of 750 employees. The contract falls under the authority of FAR 6.302-1, allowing negotiation with only one responsible source, and the delivery of the product is required by January 30, 2017, to the specified VA location in Ann Arbor, Michigan. This procurement process is not a competitive solicitation and does not invite proposals or offers; however, the government is open to receiving compelling evidence that competition would be beneficial, with responses due by 3:30 PM EST on the same day. No telephonic or email inquiries will be accepted, and all responses must be submitted via mail or courier to designated VA addresses. The discretion to proceed without competition rests solely with the government. The contract is managed by the Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically from the Network Contract Office 10, based in Dayton, Ohio. This approach ensures the VA obtains the specialized medical device directly from a single, qualified supplier, reflecting the unique nature of the product and the imperative to maintain continuity and reliability in medical supply for veterans.