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6515--Notice of Intent to Sole Source ABBOTT LABORATORIES Aortic Valves & Rings Buffalo VA Consignment Agreement

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The Department of Veterans Affairs, through the VISN 02 Network Contracting Office, has issued a Notice of Intent to pursue a sole source, non-competitive procurement with Abbott Laboratories for a consignment agreement supplying aortic valves and rings to the VA Medical Center in Buffalo, NY. Abbott Laboratories has been identified as the only responsible source capable of meeting this specific medical requirement. The purpose of this arrangement is to maintain a ready stock of various sizes and types of these surgical items, which are crucial for preventing destructive diseases during surgeries. This supply model allows for unused items to be returned before their expiration, ensuring efficient inventory management. The procurement will follow FAR regulations related to sole source awards and will not be open for competitive bidding or negotiation at this time. This notice clarifies that it is not a solicitation for proposals or quotes and that any information submitted in response will not lead to entitlement for costs or charges from the government. No funds have been obligated or appropriated yet, and oral communications are not acceptable responses. The sole source determination and contract award will adhere to applicable federal statutes and regulations, including FAR Parts 12 and 16. The anticipated contract relates to NAICS code 339113 (Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing) with a product service code 6515 covering medical and surgical instruments and supplies. The contracting office point of contact is Cheryl Whitton, who can provide further details regarding the announcement and procurement process.

General Info

Department of Veterans Affairs sole source procurement of aortic valves from Abbott Laboratories for Buffalo VA Medical Center.

Agency

Department Of Veterans Affairs → 242-NETWORK Contract Office 02 (36C242)

NAICS

339113 - Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing

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Notice of Intent to Sole Source for Aortic Valves and Rings - 36C24220G0023

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PostedSep 24

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Veterans Affairs → 242-NETWORK Contract Office 02 (36C242)

Contacts1 person available

OfficeALBANY, NY, 12208, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Veterans Affairs → 242-NETWORK Contract Office 02 (36C242)

Office AddressALBANY, NY, 12208, USA

Contacts

Cheryl Whitton, Contract Specialist

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+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

This is a Notice of Intent to Sole Source announcement only. This is not a request for formal proposals or quotes. Any responses to this announcement will be treated as information only. No entitlement to payment of direct or indirect costs or charges by the Government will arise as a result of contractor submission of responses to this announcement or the Government use of such information. This notice does not constitute a solicitation for proposals or the authority to enter into negotiations to award a contract. No funds have been authorized, appropriated for this effort. Purpose and Objectives: The VISN 02, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 2, is issuing a notice of intent to pursue a non-competitive procurement with Abbott Laboratories for aortic valves and rings. Abbott has been determined as the only one responsible source as determined in accordance with procedures prescribed in FAR 13.106 and the anticipated contract action is hereby publicized in accordance with FAR 5.101 and 5.203. The purpose of this notification is to communicate the Government s intent to solicit and award a non-competitive purchase of these items. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR TECHNICAL OR COST PROPOSALS. The VA Medical Center in Buffalo, NY requires a consignment agreement with Abbott in order to have a ready supply of various types and sizes of aortic valves and rings. They will be utilized to prevent destructive disease processes. There is no set pattern of specific sizes for each surgery event. This allows for the underutilized stock to be turned around prior to the expiration date of the unused product. The NAICS code is 339113 Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing The Size Standard is 750 Employees The Product Service Code is 6515 Medical & Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies This non-competitive award is implemented by FAR 13.106-1(b), as it has been deemed that only one source is available to meet this specific requirement. The Government intends to procure this sole source requirement under FAR Parts 12 and 16. THIS NOTICE IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE PROPOSALS. This notice of anticipated contract action is published as required by 15 USC 637 , USC 1708, and implemented by FAR 5.201(a). Oral communications are not acceptable in response to this notice. A determination by the government not to compete this proposed requirement is solely within the discretion of the government. Place of Performance: Buffalo VA Medical Center 3495 Bailey Avenue Buffalo, NY 14215 Point of Contact: Cheryl Whitton, Contract Specialist contact@example.gov