J--Notice of Intent to Sole Source to Medtronic, Inc. for Preventative Maintenance and Repair for Medtronic Stealth Navigation Systems

The Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically NCO 21, plans to award a sole source firm fixed price contract to Medtronic, Inc. for the Preventative Maintenance and Repair of Medtronic Stealth Navigation Systems. This action is based on the belief that Medtronic, Inc. is the sole authorized provider for these services. Interested companies that believe they are authorized to provide these maintenance and repair services are invited to submit their information by September 15, 2017. However, this notice is not a solicitation for competitive quotes, and the Government retains discretion over whether to pursue a competitive procurement based on any responses received. The contract falls under the NAICS code 811310, which corresponds to automotive repair and maintenance, with a size standard of $7.5 million. The Department of Veterans Affairs office involved is located in Mather, California, under the 261-NETWORK Contract Office 21 (36C261). A draft statement of work detailing the maintenance requirements is available, and the contracting office will evaluate any responses submitted. Nonetheless, the Government reserves the right to proceed with a sole source acquisition without competition if deemed appropriate.