COVID 19 NITRILE GLOVES

The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the Atlanta VA HealthCare System through Network Contract Office 7, awarded a contract to Apex Omnisource for the procurement of 23,340 boxes of FDA-approved nitrile gloves. This award, identified by solicitation number 36C24720P0809, was valued at 443,460.00 dollars and was finalized on May 29, 2020. The procurement was executed under a Justification and Approval for other than full and open competition, citing unusual and compelling urgency under FAR 6.302-2 to support staff and patients during the COVID-19 pandemic. The acquisition was part of a broader presidential issue declaration and a comprehensive COVID-19 response strategy to secure essential personal protective equipment and medical supplies. While the contract was managed from Augusta, Georgia, the place of performance was designated as Decatur, Georgia. The procurement process was overseen by Contracting Officer Richard Bogle to ensure the rapid delivery of critical protective apparel necessary for healthcare operations during the public health emergency.