J063--Notice of Intent to Sole Source X-Ray Machine Maintenance
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
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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), specifically the VA Regional Office in Huntington, West Virginia, intends to award a sole-source, firm-fixed-price contract to SMITHS DETECTION INC. for X-Ray Machine Maintenance Services. This notice serves as a presolicitation and is not a request for competitive offers, quotes, or capability statements.
Scope of Work
The procurement is for a Maintenance Service Agreement associated with an X-Ray Machine manufactured by SMITHS DETECTION INC. The services include comprehensive maintenance to ensure the operational integrity of the equipment.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price, Sole Source
- Duration: Five years (Base + 4 Option Years)
- Intended Awardee: SMITHS DETECTION INC. (UEI: FHKLJV1NP651 | CAGE Code: 23667)
- Set-Aside: Not applicable (Sole Source)
- Published: June 16, 2026
Justification for Sole Source
The statutory authority permitting this restriction to competition is RFO 12.102(a), which states that only one source is available. The VA has determined that SMITHS DETECTION INC. is the sole manufacturer possessing the required proprietary diagnostic tools/software and trained personnel necessary to sufficiently maintain their X-Ray Machine.
Additional Notes
This notice complies with RFO 5.101, Presolicitation notice. No solicitation will be posted as a result of this notice. Interested parties should note that this is for informational purposes regarding the VA's intent to award a sole-source contract.