JEFO
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support has issued a Justification for an Exception to Fair Opportunity (JEFO) for a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Upgrade at Fort Campbell, KY. This JEFO outlines the rationale for a sole-source procurement from General Electric (GE) for an existing GE MRI unit.
Purpose & Scope
The upgrade is necessary to maintain the MRI system's Authority to Operate (ATO) under DoD Cyber Security Requirements, specifically to update the existing Linux Operating System to current cybersecurity standards. The scope includes hardware and software enhancements, new flexible patient coils, training, and site preparation for one existing GE MRI unit.
Justification for Sole Source
GE is identified as the only known supplier whose parts and equipment are compatible with the current GE MRI system. Procuring from other vendors would void GE's warranty and DoD Cybersecurity agreements, making GE the sole provider capable of meeting the specific requirements for this upgrade.
Benefits
This upgrade will significantly improve image quality, enable faster scans, enhance clinical utility for diagnosis, and ultimately improve patient care. Crucially, it ensures the unit remains compliant with essential DoD cybersecurity standards.
Contracting Information
Contract pricing for this specific upgrade has been previously determined as fair and reasonable. The DLA will continue to conduct market research for future MRI upgrade procurements to ensure competitive options where possible.
Timeline
- Published: June 4, 2026
Set-Aside
None specified, as this is a sole-source justification.