99--SERVICE CONTRACT FOR GOVERMENT OWNED EQUIPMENT SYSMEX CHEM ANALYZERS

The VA VISN 22 Network 22 Logistics Office, Long Beach California intends to enter into a sole source contract with Sysmex America Inc. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation issued; a separate written solicitation will NOT be issued. This procurement is being conducted in accordance with FAR 6.302-1-only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements, incorporates provisions and clauses as those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-26. A justification for other than full and open competition has been prepared in support of this acquisition. The North American IndustryClassification System Code (NAICS) is 334516. The Las Vegas Healthcare System intends to procure the services of Sysmex for an annual contract for Sysmex Chemical Analyzers. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive quotes. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based on responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. The closing date for this action is 3:00 PM Pacific Standard Time, November 4th, 2009. Information received shall be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. No solicitation document other than this exists and no telephone inquiries shall be accepted. Information can be sent to the Department of Veterans Affairs, Network 22 Logistics Office, Bldg. 149, Attn: Marie Irvin, 5901 E. 7th Street, Long Beach, CA 90822 or via fax 562-961-1344. Fax submissions must be followed up with a confirmation to the Contracting Officer Marie Irvin, via email at [email protected]