J065--INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE | BASE PLUS FOUR OPTION YEARS | VISN 5 MEDICAL CENTERS Parata Pill Packager Service Contract B+4 (VA-26-00021557) NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE FIVE (5)
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- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically VISN 5 | NCO 5, has awarded PARATA SYSTEMS LLC a contract for full-service maintenance and repair of Parata ATP 2 pill packaging units and unit-dose verification systems. The award, valued at $102,030.63, covers services across five VA medical centers within VISN 5. The contract was awarded on March 3, 2026, and published on March 4, 2026.
Scope of Work
PARATA SYSTEMS LLC will provide comprehensive maintenance and repair services for 5 Parata ATP 2 pill packaging units and 3 unit-dose verification systems. This includes both scheduled and corrective maintenance, software updates, and patching as directed by Biomedical Engineering and manufacturer specifications. Services will be performed at:
- Beckley VA Medical Center
- Louis A. Johnson VA Medical Center
- Martinsburg VA Medical Center
- VA Maryland Healthcare System
- Washington DC VA Medical Center The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary resources, parts, materials, tools, labor, and travel.
Performance Standards
Key performance requirements include adherence to manufacturer's recommendations for preventative maintenance, calibration standards, and corrective maintenance procedures. The contract mandates specific response times for trouble calls (within 4 hours), serious malfunctions (24 hours), and less serious issues (48 hours for on-site dispatch). An uptime guarantee of 98% or better is required. Contractor personnel must comply with VA safety/security protocols, including reporting to Biomedical Engineering, safeguarding Patient Health Information (PHI), and undergoing background investigations.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Award Notice (for maintenance services)
- Award Number: 36C24526P0197
- Awardee: PARATA SYSTEMS LLC
- Award Amount: $102,030.63
- Period of Performance: March 6, 2026, to March 5, 2027 (Base Year), with four option years extending through March 2031.
- Product Service Code (PSC): J065 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Medical, Dental, And Veterinary Equipment And Supplies)
- NAICS Code: 811210
- Set-Aside: None specified.
Contracting Office & Contact
- Department/Agency: Veterans Affairs
- Office: 245-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 5 (36C245)
- Contracting Officer: AMY WALTER
- Email: AMY.WALTER1@VA.GOV