J--Vitek 2 Analyzer Service Contract

DESCRIPTION: The VA Nebraska Western Iowa Health Care System intends to negotiate a commercial (FAR Part 12) sole source contract with Biomerieux Inc., 100 Rodolphe Street, Durham, NC 27712, under the authority of FAR 6.302-1. The contractor is an authorized dealer of the Biomerieux Vitek 2 Analyzer. Only one responsible manufacturer is known for this procurement. This is notice of intent to award sole source under statutory authority 10 USC 2304(c)(1), set forth in Federal Acquisition Regulation 6.302-1, Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements. Note - No award will be issued from responses to this notice. Response to this notice does not legally bind the government in any manner. Your concerns will be considered if you respond to this posting with a similar product/service. The contractor shall provide all tools, test equipment, original equipment, manufacturer parts, labor and transportation to implement a full service agreement on the Vitek 2 microbial identification and antibiotic susceptibility testing analyzer located at the Omaha VA Medical Center. This plan covers manufacturer recommended preventative maintenance which includes all labor, all travel, expenses and all parts for an unlimited number of on-demand service visits and telephone support calls around the clock. All product hardware enhancements shall be included at no additional charge. On-site coverage from 7:00 A.M. to 7:00 PM, 7 days a week. The equipment and computer software for this equipment is proprietary to the company and only factory authorized representatives will be authorized to maintain this equipment. All quotes received by 2:00 P.M. Central Time, September 7, 2011, will be considered by the Government. 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. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Inquiries will only be accepted in writing by mail, or by facsimile at (402) 449-0612.