6515--36C776-20-AP-2148 COVID-19 Hemodialysis AWARD AND JUSTIFICATION AND APPROVAL NOTICE

The Department of Veterans Affairs’ Veterans Healthcare Administration (VHA), through its Program Contracting Activity Central (PCAC), has awarded an emergency sole source contract to SDV Office Systems, LLC dba SDV Medical Services for the procurement of Hemodialysis Systems in direct response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The initial contract covers the delivery of 97 hemodialysis units, with an option to purchase an additional 40 units, including necessary XT software upgrades and 20 treatment packages. The scope also includes delivery, installation, and training to ensure operational readiness. This procurement supports VHA’s urgent need to enhance healthcare capabilities for veterans during the pandemic across the United States. This contract is awarded under the authority of unusual and compelling urgency as outlined in FAR 6.302-2, allowing the government to bypass the typical competitive process due to the emergency nature of the COVID-19 response. The relevant NAICS code for this contract is 334510, corresponding to Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing, including dialysis equipment. The notice emphasizes that this action is not a solicitation and no competitive proposals will be accepted or acknowledged. The contract administration and point of contact for this procurement is managed through the PCAC office located in Independence, Ohio, with further inquiries directed to the designated government representative.