DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS, 10 NORTH GREENE STREET, BALTIMORE, MD 21201

J -- SERVICE CONTRACT SOL 512(B)-11-97 DUE 012497 POC Carol L. Pomraning, Contracting Officer (410-605-7156) The VA Maryland Health Care System, Baltimore, Maryland intends to contract on a sole source basis under the authority of FAR 6.202, with AMSCO for a full service contract on the following AMSCO equipment: Washer/Sterilizer Model Reliance 3400; Conveyor Equipment Model HRT; and, an Ultrasonic Washer Model SC1224CD. This will include all costs for travel, parts (excluding consumables), and labor. This will include a base year plus four option years. Justification: This unique, essential equipment is required for the safe and timely operation of this Medical Center. Because these items are necessary for daily operation, and because of its complex electro-mechanical, hydraulic, electronic, and pneumatic design, and because its repair history has indicated a high incidence of breakdown, it is required that the item be maintained and serviced by the manufacturer. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals, however, contractors who wish to be considered, can submit a request for solicitation package on or before January 24, 1997. Should no other vendor identify themselves by COB 1/24/97, the VAMC Baltimore will commence contractual agreement with AMSCO. (0008)

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