Non-PET Radiopharmaceuticals
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), specifically the Iowa City VA Health Care System, has issued an Award Notice for Non-PET Radiopharmaceuticals. This award is based on a Single Source Justification to Hot Shots Nuclear Medicine for specialized compounds essential for diagnostic imaging and therapeutic procedures. The estimated total value for the base year is $87,320.40, with a contract ceiling of $150,000.00.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for patient-specific radiopharmaceuticals, which are critical for clinical utility at the Iowa City VA. These compounds have a very short shelf-life, necessitating immediate delivery, and are subject to stringent regulatory controls.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Award Notice (based on Single Source Justification)
- Contracting Activity: Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office NCO23
- Anticipated Period of Performance: Base Year 05/01/2026 – 04/30/2027
- Estimated Total Value (Base Year): $87,320.40
- Contract Ceiling: $150,000.00
- Published Date: May 14, 2026
Justification & Rationale
The award to Hot Shots Nuclear Medicine is justified under FAR 13.106-1(b) due to unique characteristics limiting availability to a single source. Key factors include:
- Geographic Proximity: Requirement for a vendor within a two-hour delivery radius to ensure immediate delivery and prevent degradation of short-lived radiopharmaceuticals.
- Regulatory Compliance: The vendor must be a licensed Nuclear Pharmacy.
- Market Research: Extensive market research, including GSA eLibrary, SAM, SBA, and a Purdue Registered Nuclear Pharmacies locator, was conducted. A Notice of Intent to Sole Source was posted, yielding zero responses from alternative vendors.
- Identified Vendor: Hot Shots Nuclear Medicine is identified as the only licensed Nuclear Pharmacy in the surrounding area meeting these critical requirements.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Emanuel Nevarez at emanuel.nevarez@va.gov or 320-255-6354.