J065--693-26-4-047-0071 | SPE 56562 | Teleflex IABP Balloon Pumps | NCO 4 Services 3 (VA-26-00073397)

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Regional Procurement Office East, specifically Network Contracting Office 4, plans to award a sole source, firm fixed price contract to Teleflex LLC for the preventive maintenance and repairs of two Teleflex AC3 Series Intra-Aortic Balloon Pumps at the Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center. This contract is being awarded under FAR 6.103-1 due to the unique capability of Teleflex as the only responsible source capable of meeting the agency’s requirements, in accordance with FAR 5.101 commercial procedures. The pumps provide vital microprocessor-controlled cardiac support to patients with compromised left ventricular function by delivering counter-pulsation therapy. The contract, identified by solicitation number 36C24426P0353 and titled "Teleflex IABP Balloon Pumps," was posted on June 10, 2026, with a response deadline of June 12, 2026. The procurement follows North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 811210, which pertains to automotive maintenance and repair services, indicating the technical nature of the required maintenance. The contracting office is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with Matthew Wright serving as the contract specialist and point of contact. The agreement represents a one-time procurement to ensure continued operational reliability of this specialized medical equipment critical to veteran care.