6530--Intent to Sole Source Arjo Lift Motors
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
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 (VA) has issued a Notice of Intent (NOI) to award a sole source contract to Arjo, Inc. for Arjo Ceiling Lift Motors. These motors are required by the VA Illiana Health Care System due to unique facility requirements. This notice is not a request for proposal or quote. Responses from interested parties are due by February 5, 2026.
Scope of Requirement
The VA Illiana Health Care System requires specific Arjo Ceiling Lift Motors. The VA intends to make a sole source award to Arjo, Inc. in accordance with FAR 8.405-6, citing the facility's unique requirements for these items. The relevant North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 339112 - Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing.
Opportunity Details & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice - Intent to Sole Source
- Set-Aside: None (Intent to Sole Source)
- Response Due: February 5, 2026, 12:00 p.m. Local Time
- Published: January 31, 2026
Purpose of Notice
This notice serves to inform potential vendors of the VA's intent to negotiate with a single source. It is explicitly stated that this is not a request for proposal or quote, and no solicitation document is available. Any information received in response will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether a competitive procurement is necessary. The government will not be responsible for paying any costs incurred in developing and submitting responses.
Submission Details
Questions and comments concerning this notice must be submitted via email to Waymon McNeal (Waymon.McNealjr@va.gov). The subject line of the email must reference 'notice of intent 36C25226Q0181'.