AJ11--Consultant for Biomechanical Analysis - PORTLAND

The Veterans Health Administration (VHA), Office of Research and Development (R&D), Regional Procurement Office (RPO) East in Pittsburgh, PA intends to negotiate on a sole source basis with Colorado State University. The requirement is for the procurement of biomechanical analysis services. The requirement is for a Consultant for Biomechanical Analysis. Histology testing of mouse or rat samples to test vein wall extracellular matrix components and structure using specialized acrylosin and polymerization (all components that make up this system) to the Portland VA Medical Center, Research and Development Service, Portland, OR 97239. This procurement is being conducted IAW FAR 6.302-1, Only one responsible source and no other supplies will satisfy agency requirements and VHAPM Part 813.106-1(b), Other Than Full and Open Competition less than SAT for Open Market Items. This is because the Government asserts that Colorado State University is the only contractor/entity that can provide this specific service and equipment needed by the Research and Development Service at Portland VA Medical Center. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. However, any responsible source who believes it is capable of meeting the requirement may submit a capability statement and supporting documentation to the Contracting Officer no later than Tuesday, February 07, 2023, (4:00 PM, EST). Interest/capability statements may be sent by email to Ms. Matenoa Taufa at contact@example.gov. No telephone responses will be accepted. A determination not to compete the proposed requirement based upon the responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government.