6515--DPCS: Direct Patient Care - Edwards Lifesciences- Surgical Implant IFCAP PO: 648Q16541, 648Q16537 CS: Keisha Carter

The Department of Veterans Affairs, through its VHA Network Contracting Office 20, is proceeding with a contract action exceeding $25,000 for the procurement of surgical implants from a single responsible source, Edwards Lifesciences. This contract is executed in accordance with FAR 5.101 and FAR 13.106 procedures, which allow non-competitive awards under specific circumstances. The action does not seek competitive quotes, indicating a direct procurement due to the unique nature or exclusivity of the supplier’s products. The contract involves direct patient care under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPCS) framework and is associated with two IFCAP purchase orders (648Q16541 and 648Q16537). It falls under the NAICS code 339113, covering surgical appliance manufacturing. The procurement is managed by the Network Contracting Office 20 located in Vancouver, Washington, and the primary point of contact for this contract is Keisha Carter. Interested parties seeking more information are encouraged to reach out to her directly via phone or email.