Notice of Intent to Sole Source - Polymedco DIANA Sensor -Alexandria LA VAMC
Overview
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Place of Performance
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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 Alexandria LA VAMC, intends to award a sole-source, Firm-Fixed Price contract to Polymedco for one (1) OC-Sensor DIANA FOBT Analyzer with a 1-year manufacturer warranty. This is a Notice of Intent (NOI), not a request for competitive quotes. Interested parties must submit evidence of their capability to meet the requirement by April 13, 2026, at 4:00 PM CST.
Scope of Requirement
The requirement is for the purchase of one (1) Polymedco DIANA Sensor (OC-Sensor DIANA FOBT Analyzer), including a 1-year manufacturer warranty, for the Alexandria LA VAMC in Pineville, LA. The government has determined, through market research, that Polymedco is the only responsible source capable of providing this specific equipment, in accordance with FAR 6.302-1.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Notice of Intent to Sole Source)
- Contract Type: Intended Firm-Fixed Price
- Product Service Code: 6640 (Laboratory Equipment And Supplies)
- Published Date: April 6, 2026
- Response Deadline: April 13, 2026, at 4:00 PM CST
- Place of Performance: Pineville, LA 71360, United States
Key Information for Vendors
- This is NOT a Request for Competitive Quotes/Proposals. No award will be made based on quotes or offers received in response to this notice.
- Purpose: This notice is for informational purposes only.
- Interested Parties: Any responsible source that believes it can meet the requirement and provide compelling evidence that competition would be advantageous to the government should identify their interest.
- Submission: Submit interest to Bennett W Smith, Contracting Officer, at bennett.smith2@va.gov.
Requirements for Responding Parties
Responses must include:
- Business Size and Socio-Economic Status: Details on business size (large/small), socio-economic status (e.g., emerging, small disadvantaged, certified Hub zone, woman-owned, VIP verified SDVOSB/VOSB), DUNS number, and SAM.gov/VetBiz.gov registration status.
- Authorization to Perform: For non-OEM contractors, an authorization letter from the manufacturer is required.
Additional Notes
- Future solicitations can only be awarded to contractors registered in SAM.gov.
- To receive an award based on VOSB or SDVOSB status, registration in the VetBiz Registry is mandatory.