Video Integration Software Support - Service - IDIQ Base + 4

This is a Notice of Intent published in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 5.101(a)(1) requiring the dissemination of information regarding proposed contract actions. This Notice of Intent is for a proposed award of a sole source, firm-fixed price contract under the authority of 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1), as implemented by FAR 13.106-1(b) - Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Service Will Satisfy Agency Requirements. It is not a request for competitive quotes.

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 23 intends to award a sole source, firm-fixed price contract to L1 Enterprises as L1 Enterprises is the only SDVOSB distributor of Karl Storz video proprietary integration system equipment and software. L1 Enterprises can provide equipment, support services and repair to VISN 23 locations. VA requires the services from L1 Enterprises. in accordance with 41 U.S.C.

3304(a)(1), as implemented by FAR 13.106-1(b) - Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Service Will Satisfy Agency Requirements because the services and repair are unique or proprietary to Karl Storz video integration system equipment and software. Market research revealed that L1 Enterprises is the only SDVOSB distributor of Karl Storz video proprietary integration system equipment and software for the equipment currently being utilized by VA.

The equipment repair services from L1 Enterprises is routinely used by VA to provide services for veterans in the VA Healthcare System. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this requirement is 811210 and the service code is J065. While this synopsis does not constitute a solicitation, interested vendors may identify their interest and capability to satisfy the requirement.

All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation which shall be considered by the agency. The Government understands that L1 Enterprises is the only vendor that can provide the requested services.

However, vendors that believe they can provide the capabilities required to fully meet the Government's requirement may submit information in writing to Michael.wicht@va.gov by February 14, 2025. Such documentation will be reviewed solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct the procurement on a competitive basis. A determination not to compete this requirement, based upon responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the Government.