6515--Intent For Single Source Award / Larynx Advanced Retractor System 2.0
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 8, announces its intent to award a sole-source, firm-fixed contract to ProAlliance Corp for the Larynx Advanced Retractor System 2.0 manufactured by Fentex. This procurement is for the Dental Clinic at James A. Haley Veterans Hospital, Tampa, FL. This is a notice of intent, not a request for quotation, and competitive proposals are not being solicited. Responses demonstrating competitive capability are due by March 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
This procurement is for the Larynx Advanced Retractor System 2.0, manufactured by Fentex. The system is intended for use at the Dental Clinic at James A. Haley Veterans Hospital.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Sole-source, firm-fixed price
- Proposed Awardee: ProAlliance Corp
- NAICS Code: 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing)
- Small Business Size Standard: 1,000 employees
- Base Performance Period: March 11, 2026 – March 16, 2026
- Response Due: March 6, 2026, 4:30 PM EDT
- Published: March 1, 2026
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source Intent)
Response & Evaluation
This announcement is an Intent For Single Source Award and does not solicit competitive proposals or offers. No solicitation package will be provided. The decision not to engage in competitive procurement is based on FAR 13.106.1(b), which permits sole source contracts for unique or highly specialized items.
Responsible sources are invited to submit a capabilities statement demonstrating, by a preponderance of the evidence, that another contractor can fulfill a service contract for the subject items. Responses must present clear and convincing evidence that competition would be beneficial to the Government.
Additional Notes
A Sole Source Justification has been prepared. No telephone inquiries or emails seeking clarification will be entertained. All responses should be directed via email to Quentin.Ford@va.gov.