J065--BD Alaris Support (SAG) Intent to Sole Source 655-26-3-113-0192
Overview
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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, Aleda E Lutz VA Medical Center, through Network Contracting Office (NCO) 10, has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for BD Alaris Software Support and Maintenance Services. The VA intends to award a contract to Carefusion, Inc. for these services. Responses demonstrating clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government are due by May 14, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) BD Alaris Software Support, including remote and on-site technical assistance, cybersecurity-related software updates, patches, and associated maintenance services for the BD Alaris Infusion System currently in use at the Aleda E. Lutz VA Medical Center.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Intent to Sole Source (Firm Fixed Price anticipated)
- NAICS Code: 811210 (Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories Equipment Repair and Maintenance) with a $34 Million size standard.
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Response Due: May 14, 2026, 1:00 PM EDT
- Published: May 11, 2026
Response & Authority
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals or offers, and no solicitation package is available. The Government believes only Carefusion, Inc. possesses the required capabilities. Any interested party must submit clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. The contract will be negotiated under Simplified Acquisition Procedures and the authority of FAR Part 13.106-1(b), Only One Responsible Source.
Contact Information
Contracting Officer: Michele R. Bartelt (Michele.Bartelt@va.gov)