J065--Intent to Single Source Annual Freezer Monitoring System 36C24125Q0789

This Notice of Intent to Sole Source is not a solicitation. The Department of Veteran Affairs intends to negotiate a sole source contract with: Rees Scientific USA 1007 Whitehead Road Ext. Trenton, NJ 08638 UEI NCRKL9YLY2X4 This is not a request for quotes. The Department of Veteran Affairs intends to negotiate a sole source contract with Rees Scientific USA, to provide comprehensive test verification system, calibrate and document all system functions including readings, databases, alarms, dial-outs, outputs, reports, and user programming for the current Rees Scientific Freezer Alarm Monitoring System located in Research Building 1A, Jamaica Plain Campus at VA Boston Healthcare System. Rees Scientific is the only manufacturer authorized to provide upgrades, service, and maintenance on their systems. Rees Scientific does not sell to third party vendors, nor do they allow third party vendors to add components to their system, nor provide any service or maintenance on their systems. This is done because of the proprietary nature of their coding and programming. Due to the proprietary nature of the system software, no other company possesses the knowledge necessary to maintain and validate the system. Since the intent is to procure this on a sole source basis, no solicitation will be posted to Contracting Opportunities on SAM.gov. The authority for this action is FAR 6.302.1-1 Only One Responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. The NAICS is 334290. The size standard is 800 employees. The PSC/FSC is J065. Interested persons may contact the Contract Specialist by email at Jennifer.fiore@va.gov regarding this procurement. The determination to conduct a competitive procurement based on responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Contracting Officer. Response due: 08-22-2025 4:00 PM EST