Notice of Intent to Award On A Sole Source Basis

The Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Boise, Idaho, plans to enter into a sole source agreement with St. Luke's Regional Medical Center, also in Boise, for cardiac catheterization procedures utilizing co-owned equipment located at the contractor’s facility. This procurement will be conducted under sole source authority according to FAR 6.302-1, meaning it will not be a competitive solicitation. However, the agency is open to evaluating responses from qualified entities within a 50-mile radius of the VA Medical Center who can demonstrate their capability to provide the required services prior to the deadline of June 2, 2004. Interested parties must contact the contracting officer within 14 days from the notice publication date to express their interest and provide evidence of their ability to perform these procedures. The procurement is aimed at ensuring timely and specialized cardiac care for veterans by leveraging locally available, co-owned medical equipment at St. Luke’s facility. The contract is managed by the Department of Veterans Affairs’ Network Contract Office 20 and seeks to maintain continuity of care through an established partnership with an experienced regional provider. This sole source approach is justified by the unique nature of the equipment and services required, emphasizing the importance of proximity and proven expertise to meet the Veterans Affairs Medical Center’s standards and operational needs.