J065--Base YR (05/01/2026-04/30/2027) Medtronic Stealthstation S8 Maintenance

The Department of Veterans Affairs, through its VISN 12 Network Contract Office, awarded a firm-fixed-price contract to Medtronic USA, Inc. for preventive and corrective maintenance services of the Stealthstation S8 system at the Milwaukee VA Medical Center. The base period extends from May 1, 2026, to April 30, 2027, with four one-year option periods allowing continued service through April 30, 2031. The total contract value over the full term, including options, is $347,650. The procurement was conducted as a sole-source award under simplified acquisition procedures due to Medtronic’s exclusive status as the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and provider with proprietary technical data, parts, and service capabilities. This exclusivity, supported by VAAR and FAR provisions, ensures that only genuine Medtronic OEM parts and authorized technical personnel certified by Medtronic are used, with strict prohibitions against gray market or counterfeit components. The contract requires the vendor to maintain a one-business-day response time for on-site maintenance and repair services, adhering rigorously to OEM standards and warranty conditions. Medtronic must provide proof of OEM authorization, the ability to procure new parts directly, and demonstrate certified technical staff competency. Inspections and acceptance take place at the Milwaukee VA Medical Center to confirm adherence to these performance standards and the authenticity of supplied parts. The acquisition is governed under VA-specific clauses, notably VAAR 852.212-71, which address counterfeit prevention. Award administration is directed by the VISN 12 Contract Office, with Eileen Meyer serving as the primary point of contact. Submissions for this award required capability statements and supporting documentation submitted electronically by a specified deadline, reflecting the sole-source and highly specialized nature of this maintenance service contract.