6530--Maxi Case Carts

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS Justification for Single Source Awards IAW FAR 13.106-1 For Over Micro-Purchase Threshold but Not Exceeding the SAT ($250K) Acquisition Plan Action ID:___ 36C245-23-AP-2516 __ Contracting Activity: Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 05, Martinsburg VA Medical Center Brief Description of Supplies/ Services required and the intended use/Estimated Amount: Delivery of 8 custom stainless steel carts for clean and safe delivery of reusable medical devices and instrumentation and provide protection during transport within the main medical center building (500). $51,275.20 Unique characteristics that limit availability to only one source, with the reason no other supplies or services can be used: Carts are custom made to fit specific areas, can be disinfected and have a specific setup for what they are transporting. These carts are customized to fit into the automatic clean and dirty lifts that serve the OR sterile core, decontamination area and SPS sterile storage, they are 52"W x 40 1/2"H x 29"D w/(1) Heavy Duty Wire Rollout Shelf w/(2) Doors w/ No Center Stile w/Courion Coupler w/(2) Rigid and (2) Swivel Casters w/4" x 6" Card Holder w/Dial. This type of cart is already being utilized in VAMC Martinsburg and Sterile Processing Service staff are trained in using and cleaning them properly. Acquiring more, of the same type of cart, to use in the facility creates standardization, better inventory accountability and limit expenses for maintenance and part replacement. Description of market research conducted and results or statement why it was not conducted: Online research showed several vendors offering case carts, however the carts made by Blickman are custom made and the only one carts consistent with the needs of the facility. Contracting Officer's Certification: Purchase is approved in accordance with FAR13.106-1(b). I certify that the foregoing justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief. Price is reasonable IAW FAR 13.106-3 based on market research and published catelog prices.