Description
The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to award a sole source purchase order to Kindeva DBA: Meridian Medical Technologies, LLC for the acquisition of Duodote Auto-Injectors. The product is a proprietary medical countermeasure that requires immediate emergency acquisition due to urgent operational requirements and its critical nature. The Government will obtain the product directly from the manufacturer to ensure authenticity and meet the immediate delivery schedule necessary to support mission readiness.
• The product's specifications, formulation, and delivery mechanisms are unique and not interchangeable with other commercially available items.
• Delays associated with competitive procurement would pose an unacceptable risk to health and operational capability.
• The notice is not a request for competitive quotes, but responsible sources may submit capability information for consideration.