J065--Intent to Sole Source - Farastar Maintenance Agreement
Overview
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Original Source
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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), Network Contracting Office (NCO) 10, has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole-Source a contract for a Farastar Maintenance Agreement to Boston Scientific Corp. This action is being pursued under Simplified Acquisition Procedures and the authority of FAR 6.302-1, citing that only one responsible source can satisfy the agency's requirements for a Capital Equipment Service Agreement. Interested parties must submit evidence demonstrating their ability to meet the requirement and that competition would be advantageous to the Government by April 28, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a Capital Equipment Service Agreement specifically for Boston Scientific Corp. equipment. The Government's belief is that only Boston Scientific Corp. possesses the necessary capabilities to successfully meet this requirement.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Intent to Sole Source)
- Intended Awardee: Boston Scientific Corp.
- NAICS Code: 811210 – Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance
- Product Service Code (PSC): J065 – Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Medical, Dental, And Veterinary Equipment And Supplies
- Response Due: April 28, 2026, by 2:00 PM EST
- Published Date: April 21, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
This is not a solicitation or request for offers, and no solicitation package is available. All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation. Responses must provide clear and convincing evidence demonstrating the ability to comply with the requirement and that competition would be advantageous to the Government. The agency will consider all submissions, but a determination not to compete based on responses is solely within the Government's discretion. The Government will not pay for information submitted.
Contact Information
All questions or responses must be emailed to Chad Kemper at chad.kemper@va.gov.