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6515--Surgical Handpieces
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The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 8, plans to place a limited sources order to procure Bioventus ultrasonic surgical handpieces from Melling Medical as direct replacements for units compatible with the Bioventus neXus system. Melling Medical is identified as the sole authorized federal SDVOSB distributor capable of providing genuine Bioventus components that ensure proper interoperability and comply with regulatory standards. Given that no other suppliers meet these specialized needs, the procurement is justified under specific federal acquisition regulations for sole source contracting. The order is expected to have a 60-day period of performance after receipt of order. This notice is not a solicitation, and the government does not intend to compete the requirement. However, interested parties may submit capability statements by email by April 16, 2026, to demonstrate if they can meet the government’s needs, though there is no obligation on the government to pursue a competitive procurement. The primary point of contact for submissions and inquiries is Quentin Ford, Contracting Officer, reachable at the provided email address. The solicitation number is 36C24826Q0779, associated with NAICS code 339113, and the office is located in Tampa, Florida.
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Page 1 of 3 The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 8, intends to place a limited sources order under FAR 8.405 6(b) to acquire Bioventus ultrasonic surgical handpieces from Melling Medical as direct replacements for units used with the Bioventus neXus system. These are the only handpieces that integrate with the neXus platform s proprietary interface and remain compatible with existing consumables. Per the OEM, Melling Medical is the only authorized federal SDVOSB distributor able to provide genuine Bioventus components that meet required interoperability and regulatory standards. As no other source can meet these specialized requirements, this action is justified under FAR 8.405 6(b) and FAR 6.302 1. A Sole Source Justification has been completed and approved in accordance with applicable regulations. Period of Performance: 60 Days ARO This is a Special Notice, not a solicitation. No solicitation package will be issued. The Government does not intend to compete this requirement. However, interested parties may submit capability statements that provide clear and convincing evidence that an alternative source could meet the Government s needs. The Government will review all responses received but is not obligated to conduct a competitive procurement based on them. Response Deadline: 10:00 AM EDT, April 16, 2026. Submission Instructions: All capability statements must be submitted via email. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted. Email: Quentin.Ford@va.gov Point of Contact: Quentin Ford, Contracting Officer, NCO 8