The Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston, TX, intends to award a sole source firm-fixed price contract for a service plan covering the CARTO 3 Electro-Anatomical Mapping System, including hardware, software, and warranty support. The proposed contract will span one year with two additional option years, and will be awarded to BIOSENSE WEBSTER, INC., the only source capable of providing this proprietary service as identified in the draft Statement of Work.

This procurement is being conducted under the authority that allows for restricted competition due to the proprietary nature of the CARTO 3 system and associated service requirements. The contract will ensure continued operation and maintenance of the specialized mapping equipment used at the medical center. No competitive proposals or quotations are being solicited for this requirement.