DA10--Uniform Inventory System Service Minneapolis VAMC

The Department of Veterans Affairs awarded a firm-fixed price, sole-source contract (Solicitation Number 36C26326Q0075, Award Number 36C26326P0090) to HID GLOBAL CORP on December 4, 2025. This contract, valued at approximately $48,566, covers the Uniform Inventory System Service at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center (VAMC), specifically for proprietary equipment and related services offered exclusively by the original equipment manufacturer. The procurement was justified under 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1) and FAR 13.106-1(b), reflecting that only HID GLOBAL CORP can provide the necessary installation, maintenance, and support for this proprietary system. The contract's scope focuses on ongoing system support to maintain operational integrity using OEM-approved parts and service protocols without competitive bidding or evaluation factors due to its sole-source nature. The contract requires performance at Minneapolis VAMC, with contracting oversight managed by the Department of Veterans Affairs' Network Contracting Office 23 located in Saint Paul, MN. Key contact for contract administration is Robert Bennett, a Contract Specialist reachable via email or phone. No detailed line items, delivery schedules, or packaging instructions are specified, nor are there standard clauses, special conditions, or performance metrics explicitly included in the available documentation. The procurement process allowed for capability statements within seven calendar days from the notice date, emphasizing a streamlined submission for potential competition before award. Overall, this award reflects a specialized IT-related service classified under NAICS 513210 and product service code DA10, ensuring that the Minneapolis VAMC’s uniform inventory system functions with proprietary technology sustained solely by HID GLOBAL CORP.