Y--Modify trans vac trash system.

The Department of Veterans Affairs at the John D. Dingell Medical Center in Detroit, Michigan, plans to award a sole source contract to Trans-Vac Systems, LLC of Denver, Colorado, for the modification and repair of their existing pneumatic trash system. This system was originally installed by Trans-Vac Systems in 1996, and the government intends to negotiate exclusively with this company under the authority of FAR 6.302-1, which allows for non-competitive contracting when only one responsible source is available. The contract aims to update and maintain the equipment to ensure continued operation at the VA Medical Center. This notice is not a solicitation for competitive bids, but rather a sources-sought announcement to determine if there is any interest or capability from other vendors before proceeding with the sole source action. Responses must be submitted by May 8, 2008, and must be sent to the contracting officer by mail, as email submissions are not accepted. The contract is identified under solicitation number VA-251-08-RP-0157, and categorizes the work under NAICS code 238290, which pertains to specialty trade contractors focusing on the modification and maintenance of the trash handling system. The decision not to compete this contract lies entirely with the government.