V--GROUND AMBULANCE SERVICE

The Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Grand Junction, Colorado, plans to enter into a sole source contract with the City of Grand Junction Fire and Rescue to provide ground ambulance services. This decision is based on the fact that the City of Grand Junction Fire and Rescue holds jurisdiction over ambulance services in the city, making it the primary and authorized provider. There is no solicitation document available for this contract, and telephone inquiries will not be entertained. However, any other firm that believes it can fulfill the requirements may submit a written notification to the Contracting Office within seven days from the publication date of the synopsis, providing detailed evidence to demonstrate their capability to meet the service needs. If no such responses are received within the specified timeframe, the VA will proceed with exclusive negotiations with the City of Grand Junction Fire and Rescue. The contract pertains to the NAICS code 621910, which relates to ambulance services. This approach ensures that the unique jurisdictional authority of the City of Grand Junction Fire and Rescue is recognized while allowing potential competitors a brief opportunity to present their qualifications before finalizing the sole source agreement.