J062--Install OR Lights

The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to enter into sole-source negotiations with Alliant Enterprises, LLC for the installation of Skytron operating room lights at the Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital in Hines, Illinois. This sole-source justification is based on the unique capability of Alliant Enterprises, LLC, in partnership with Quanti-med Solutions Inc., as Skytron’s authorized installer to ensure the preservation of the product warranty. The contract identified as J062--Install OR Lights aims to address hospital requirements that the government has determined can only be met by this authorized installation team, citing the authority under 41 U.S.C. § 3304(a)(1) and FAR 6.302-1(b)(1)(i). While this notice signals an intent to negotiate without competition, other interested parties are invited to express their interest and capability by submitting a response via email by February 3, 2020. The government will consider any such communications before deciding whether to proceed with a competitive procurement, though the final decision to sole-source lies solely with the government. No solicitation documents are currently available, and inquiries can be directed to the contact specialist, Robert H Knight. The acquisition falls under the NAICS code 811310 and is managed by the VA’s Network Contract Office 12 located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.