INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE ABBOT MAINTENANCE BASE PLUS 2

The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a sole‑source purchase order to Abbott Laboratories, Inc. for annual original equipment manufacturer (OEM) service, maintenance, repairs, and technology upgrades of Abbott electrophysiology systems used at the Iowa City VA Health Care System. The scope covers preventive and corrective maintenance, 24/7 technical support, loaner equipment, software and hardware upgrades, and full‑service entitlements for a wide range of proprietary hardware (EnSite X mapping system, Ampere generator, Cool Point pump, TactiSys Quartz, ViewMate ultrasound, ICE probes, EP‑4 stimulator, Workmate Claris, and associated peripherals). Respondents must provide company information, a manufacturer‑authorized distributor letter, SAM UEI, socio‑economic status, and schedule contract details. Responses are due by 10:00 AM Central Time on September 15, 2026 via email to the listed VA contact. • Sole‑source award to Abbott Laboratories for OEM service and technology maintenance • Covers multiple high‑value electrophysiology devices and peripherals • Annual service contract with preventive, corrective, 24/7 support, loaners, and upgrades • Required submission: company data, authorized‑distributor letter, SAM UEI, socio‑economic certifications • Deadline: 10:00 AM CT, 15 Sep 2026; submit to [email protected]