Q502--Short Term Heart Transplant for the Salt Lake City VA Health Care System
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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 NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 19 (36C259), has awarded an interim short-term contract for Heart Transplant Surgery Services and Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) Technician Services for the Salt Lake City VA Health Care System. The award was made to the University of Utah on April 29, 2026, as a sole source procurement to ensure continuity of care while a new long-term contract is being procured.
Scope of Work
This contract covers essential offsite heart transplant services and both onsite and offsite VAD technician services. Key deliverables include:
- Heart transplant services.
- Ventricular assist device (VAD) placements.
- Provision of services at the affiliate's site.
- Coverage of hospital and professional fees, including a ten-day length of stay.
- Potential inclusion of provisions for organ acquisition and VAD equipment.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Interim short-term Firm Fixed Price Indefinite Quantity Indefinite Delivery (IDIQ) contract.
- Awardee: University of Utah.
- Award Date: April 29, 2026.
- Published Date: May 19, 2026.
- Period of Performance: One year, consisting of a six-month base period (May 1, 2026 - October 31, 2026) and one six-month option period (November 1, 2026 - April 30, 2027). A potential extension to October 31, 2027, is possible.
- Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but based on historical data and anticipated costs.
Set-Aside
This was a sole source procurement, restricted due to statutory authority (38 U.S.C. § 1901 and 38 U.S.C. § 8153). Market research indicated no small businesses were capable of providing these specialized services.
Additional Notes
The VA Salt Lake City Health Care System is one of only five VA National Transplant Centers nationwide. The sole source justification highlights delays in the long-term procurement process due to staff turnover and conflicts of interest, making the University of Utah the only viable source to provide these critical services without unacceptable delays.