NOI_(Sole_Source)_Micro-ultrasound_imaging_system_01_June_2018_(corrected).doc

The Naval Medical Logistics Command (NMLC) intends to award a sole source contract under the authority of FAR Part 13.501(a), Sole Source (including brand name) acquisitions, to FUJIFILM VisualSonics, Inc., 21919 30th Drive SE, Bothell, WA, 98021 for one (1) FUJIFILM Vevo 3100 micro-ultrasound imaging system for rodent research in support of Naval Medical Research Unit Dayton (NAMRU-D).

The micro-ultrasound imaging system shall have high frequency, multi-element array transducers for optimal imaging quality for studies involving rodent cardiovascular anatomy and physiology. The system shall have an integrated software and hardware components that allow M-mode, Doppler, and contrast imaging that are necessary to visualize different aspects of the cardiovascular system of rodents. The system shall have an animal imaging station to physically monitor small animals to allow accurate analysis of certain cardiovascular imaging parameters and real-time monitoring of anesthetized animals during a procedure.

The Contractor shall be an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) authorized dealer, authorized distributor, or authorized reseller for the proposed units such that OEM warranty and service are provided and maintained by the OEM. All software licensing, warranty, and service associated with the units shall be in accordance with the OEM terms and conditions.

Upon delivery, the vendor shall be responsible for uncrating the system, transporting it through the facility to the location of intended use for installation, and removing all trash created in this process. If interim storage is required, the vendor shall make arrangements for the storage.

If capable sources are not identified through this notice, NMLC intends to award a sole source contract under the authority of FAR 6.302-1 to FUJIFILM VisualSonics, Inc., 21919 30th Drive SE, Bothell, WA, 98021.

This sources sought notice is not a request for competitive proposals and no solicitation document exists for the requirement. Sources interested in responding to this notice are required to submit a capability statement that includes management and technical data and cost information, in sufficient detail and with convincing evidence that clearly demonstrates the capability to perform the required work. Capability statements shall not exceed 1 (8.5 x 11 inch) page using a font size no smaller than 10-point. All capability statements received by the due date of this notice will be considered by the Government. A request for documentation or additional information will not be considered as an affirmative response. A determination by the Government not to compete based on responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement or to proceed with a sole source contract.

Capability statements are due by 1:00 pm, Eastern Time, 16 June 2018. Capability statements shall be submitted by email ONLY as a Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF attachment to the following address: marciano.a.diaz.civ@mail.mil. No phone calls will be accepted.