N--15 CADD AMBULATORY INFUSION PUMPS FOR MEDICINE SERVICE

The Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 11, plans to award a sole source contract to Smith Medical of Dublin, Ohio, for the procurement of fifteen CADD Ambulatory Infusion Pumps, part number 21-6500-51. This action is being pursued under FAR 6.302-1, which justifies non-competitive acquisitions when only one responsible source exists that meets the agency’s requirements. The contract falls under NAICS code 334510, and the performance period will extend for one year from the date of award until completion. This notification is a notice of intent rather than a solicitation or request for proposals, and no solicitation package will be provided. Any party interested in challenging the sole source determination must present clear, compelling reasons why competition would benefit the Government by the specified deadline, ensuring all responses are submitted by mail to the VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System by August 11, 2008. The contract is managed under the Department of Veterans Affairs’ Network Contract Office 10 in Dayton, Ohio, identified by solicitation number VA25111RP0318. The procurement specifically supports the Medicine Service through the acquisition of the specified infusion pumps. Despite the lack of competitive bidding, the Government retains full discretion to decide on competition based on submitted evidence. The notice restricts communication to written responses only and excludes telephone inquiries. This contract aims to meet the unique needs of the VA with equipment sourced from the sole identified supplier deemed capable to fulfill these requirements.