J065--Parata ATP2 Unit Dose Maintenance
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
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 VA Great Lakes Acquisition Center (GLAC) intends to negotiate a sole source contract with Parata Systems, LLC for Parata ATP2 Unit Dose Maintenance. This includes software maintenance, interface support, and licensing for existing TCG-Rx systems, along with professional services, for five VA Medical Centers across Illinois, Michigan, and Wisconsin. This is a Notice of Intent, not a request for competitive quotes.
Scope of Work
The requirement covers comprehensive support for Parata ATP2 Unit Dose systems, specifically:
- Software maintenance.
- Interface support for existing TCG-Rx systems.
- Licensing for existing TCG-Rx systems.
- All necessary professional services. Only new Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) items are acceptable; gray market, counterfeit, used, refurbished, or remanufactured items are prohibited per VAAR 852.212-71.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source (Notice of Intent)
- Authority: 41 U.S.C. 1901 (Simplified Acquisition Procedures) and FAR 13.106-1(b)(2) (only one responsible source).
- NAICS Code: 811210 (Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance)
- Product Service Code: J065 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Medical, Dental, And Veterinary Equipment And Supplies)
- Set-Aside: Not applicable (Sole Source)
- Response Due: November 5, 2025, by 10:00 AM CDT.
- Published: October 30, 2025.
Submission Requirements
This notice is not a request for competitive quotes, and no solicitation documents are available. However, firms believing they can meet the requirements must furnish information about their products, services, and customer references. Required supporting evidence includes:
- A letter from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) stating the vendor is an authorized distributor per VAAR 852.212-71(c).
- Proof the vendor can provide OEM licensing, support, and software.
- Proof the vendor can utilize the OEM's billable service, if applicable. Capability statements must be submitted by email only as a MS Word or Adobe PDF attachment to Eileen Meyer at eileen.meyer@va.gov. Telephonic inquiries will not be accepted.
Evaluation
Responses will be evaluated, but the Government's decision not to compete the proposed procurement is solely at its discretion. If no responses are received, the Contracting Officer will proceed with the sole source negotiation with Parata Systems, LLC.