J--Hologic Bone Densitometer Maintenance

The Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 10 West, in accordance with FAR 6.302.1 (only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements) intends to negotiate on a sole source basis with Hologic, Inc. of Bedford, MA for the service of maintenance of the Hologic Bone Densitometer equipment, NAICS 811219 applies; the small business size standard is $20.5 million. The Contractor shall provide al maintenance and support for the Hologic Bone Densitometer equipment located at the Aleda E. Lutz VA Medical Center, 1500 Weiss Street, Saginaw, MI 48602 for a period of the date of award for twelve (12) months with four (4) One (1) year options. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. It is not a solicitation or request for offers. No solicitation package is available. A determination not to compete is solely within the discretion of the Government. Any response to this notice must show clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. Responses must be received no later than 3:00 pm on March 2, 2016. No telephone or email inquiries will be accepted. All responses must be mailed to VAAAHS, Attn: Thomas Auten, Contracting Officer, Network 10 West Contracting Office, and PO Box 492, Ann Arbor, MI 48106.