6515--DPCS: Direct Patient Care - Edwards Lifesciences - Surgical Implant IFCAP PO: 648Q18086,648Q18083 CS: Keisha Carter

The Department of Veterans Affairs, through its VHA Network Contracting Office 20, intends to award a contract exceeding $25,000 for surgical implants exclusively to Edwards Lifesciences, following the procedures outlined in FAR 13.106 that allow for sole source contracting. This action is conducted in accordance with FAR 5.101 and does not constitute a solicitation for competitive quotes. The contract relates to direct patient care under the category of surgical implants and involves purchase orders IFCAP PO: 648Q18086 and 648Q18083. The notice emphasizes that only one responsible source has been identified for this procurement due to unique qualifications or capabilities. The solicitation number for this action is 36C26021P0187, and the related NAICS code is 339113, which pertains to surgical appliance and supplies manufacturing. The contract will be managed by the Network Contracting Office 20, part of the Department of Veterans Affairs, located in Vancouver, Washington. Keisha Carter serves as the primary point of contact for further inquiries, reachable by phone at [phone hidden] or via email at [email hidden]. Additional details and the official notice can be accessed through the SAM.gov portal.