J065--Sole Source | Zeiss Kinevo 900 Microscope Repair
Overview
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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) 16, intends to issue a sole-source contract to PROAIM Americas, LLC for the repair of a malfunctioning Zeiss Kinevo 900 microscope. This is a Notice of Intent, not a request for quotations. Interested parties must submit capabilities statements by April 17, 2026, at 3:00 PM CST.
Purpose & Rationale
The purpose of this action is to secure all necessary parts and services to repair a malfunctioning Zeiss Kinevo 900 microscope. The VA cites 41 U.S.C. 253(c)(1) and FAR 6.302-1 ("Only One Responsible Source") as the authority for this sole-source intent, stating that PROAIM Americas, LLC is the only responsible source capable of meeting the Government's unique requirements for this repair service.
Scope of Work
The selected vendor, PROAIM Americas, LLC, will be responsible for providing all parts and services required to repair the Zeiss Kinevo 900 microscope. The applicable NAICS code is 81120 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Medical, Dental, And Veterinary Equipment And Supplies).
Contract Details
The Government anticipates awarding a firm-fixed-price contract. Information received from interested parties will be used solely to determine whether to conduct a competitive procurement. If no viable responses are received by the deadline, NCO 16 intends to proceed with negotiating solely with PROAIM Americas, LLC.
Response Information
- Submission Deadline: April 17, 2026, at 3:00 PM CST
- Submission Method: Capabilities statement via email to tiffany.burks@va.gov
- Email Subject Line: "Notice of Intent – PROAIM"
- Content Requirement: Statements must provide clear and unambiguous evidence demonstrating the capability to provide the required services.
- Eligibility: All interested parties must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at https://sam.gov/SAM/.
- Important Notes: Responding on beta.sam.gov does not constitute adequate evidence. Verbal, facsimile, and telephone inquiries will not be accepted.