Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source Procurement - Posluma
Overview
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Set Aside
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 Veterans Health Administration, Network Contracting Office 17, has issued a Special Notice of its intent to award a sole source firm-fixed priced delivery order to PETNET Solutions for the procurement of Posluma (flotufolastat (F18)). This notice is not a request for proposals, but other responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation within 7 days of the publication date (April 15, 2026) to be considered.
Purpose & Scope
The VA intends to acquire Posluma (flotufolastat (F18)), a drug classified under Drugs And Biologicals (PSC 6505), for use in Dallas, TX. The proposed procurement is sole source due to PETNET Solutions being designated as the exclusive distributor for Blue Earth Diagnostics Ltd. in the United States (excluding Utah). This ensures the VA can meet its specific requirements for this item.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price Delivery Order
- Procurement Method: Sole Source
- Intended Awardee: PETNET Solutions
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source Justification)
- Statutory Authority: 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1), as implemented by RFO 6.103-1, citing "only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements."
Response & Deadline
This is a Notice of Intent to Award, not a solicitation. While no contract will be awarded based on responses to this notice, responsible sources who believe they can provide a comparable and more advantageous solution to the government are invited to submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation.
- Response Due: April 22, 2026, by 7:00 PM UTC (7 days from publication).
- Published Date: April 15, 2026
Contact Information
For inquiries or to submit a response, contact:
- Name: Vance Farrell
- Email: vance.farrell@va.gov
- Phone: 210-694-6258