RFI Memo Sources Sought Computerized Dynamic Posturography (CPD) System Official Release.docx

The JBSA-Randolph Contracting Squadron, 502 CONS/JBKBA, is conducting market research to identify potential sources that possess the capabilities to meet the requirement and qualifications for providing a Computerized Dynamic Posturography (CPD) System (Part # 97P-0036). If an equal Computerized Dynamic Posturography (CPD) System is proposed, please provide adequate information (e.g. Manufacturer, Part Number, Item Specifications). The Government is seeking information on the availability of capable contractors to provide the aforementioned posturography system for JBSA Lackland, TX Please see the salient characteristics below.

The North American Standard Industry Classification System (NAICS) code anticipated for this acquisition is 339112 Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing. Based on responses to this Request for Information (RFI), this requirement may be set aside for Small Business or procured through Full and Open competition. The Government reserves the right to decide whether or not a small business set-aside is appropriate. Interested firms are encouraged to recommend a more appropriate NAICS in their response; however, include the rationale for an alternate selection.

This Request for Information (RFI) is issued for informational and planning purposes only. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTE OR SOLICITATION FOR AN OFFER; therefore, in accordance with FAR 15.201(c) any responses to this inquiry will not constitute nor will be considered as a contractor offer, and no award will be issued as a result of this inquiry. This information will be used by the 502 CONS/JBKBA for market research purposes only, and the submitted information will not be returned. Submitted information will be protected in accordance with DoDD 5400.11, Department of Defense Privacy Program, and DoD 5400.11-R, Department of Defense Privacy Program, and no feedback will be provided regarding submissions or the total number of submissions received. Interested parties are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this request for information, as the government is not liable for any costs incurred by interested parties in responding to this request.

The purpose of this RFI is to query the market for potential interested, capable, responsible, and qualified commercial small business offerors that can provide/perform the stated requirement. The government is interested in collecting market data/information in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 10, from potential sources that have the capability to provide a Computerized Dynamic Posturography (CPD) System. Interested and/or potential small business offerors are requested and encouraged to submit responses to the questions below under the Market Survey/Questionnaire, not later than 12:00 P.M. Central Time (CST) on 10 June 2024. No extension will be granted. **All correspondence resulting from this RFI shall be sent to Ms. Shyla Harris at shyla.harris@us.af.mil.

DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT: The draft document is intended to provide a general description of this project.

**The following is an excerpt for this project.

REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS:

System in essential characteristics and operational conditions.

Essential Characteristics: The system procured must be able to provide the following Assessment Protocols:

- Vestibular Ocular Reflex test

- Portable Balance Assessment

- Sensory Organization Test

- Motor Control Test

- Adaption Test

- Limits of Stability Test

- Rhythmic Weight Shift

- Weight Bearing Squat and Unilateral Stance.

System must also be able to provide a screening for Concussion protocol.

The platform must be a movable visual surround platform with an immersive virtual reality environment to disrupt vision during test conditions that measures the ability to suppress inaccurate visual cues.

System must be able to provide the following mechanical functions:

- Must have a Dual force plate that can rotate and translate.

- Must have an overhead support bar for patients harness attachment.

- Must run with Windows 7 or above operating system.

- Must have library of immersive virtual reality environments.

Operational Conditions: The System will be used in the Audiology Clinic for patients that have a balance disorder to include Active-Duty military Pilots. It uses an immersive visual field that reflects a computer-generated image to stimulate the visual system. Along with the visual surround the surface of the unit moves, which allows the therapist to test patients’ reaction times, their ability to control posture/balance with ground changes, and function of their vestibular system. During part of the test, the floor is set to move with the patients’ normal body sway, thereby eliminating accurate somatosensory information to be used for balance and targeting a patient’s use of visual and vestibular systems. In other parts of testing, the floor tilts to challenge a posture reaction and slides to measure startle response. All of this information is compared to national norms, which helps to quantify level of involvement and, upon retesting, progress.

Market Survey/Questionnaire shall include the following information:

Entity Name:______________________________

Name of point of contact: ____________________________

Phone number: ____________________________________

Email address: ____________________________________

CAGE CODE: ____________________________________

DUNS NUMBER: _

Web Page URL:

SAMS Registered? Yes/No

Is your company a small business as defined by the Small Business Administration? Y/N

If YES, what are your small business certification(s) under NAICS Code 334510? Identify the following:

8(a) Certified: (Yes / No) HUBZone Certified: (Yes / No) Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB): (Yes / No) Small Disadvantaged Business: (Yes / No) Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB): (Yes / No) Women Owned Small Business (WOSB): (Yes / No) Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB): (Yes / No)

Primary Point of Contact(s):

Contract Specialist Shyla Harris Shyla.harris@us.af.mil Phone: 210-652-8256

Contracting Officer Brian T. Cooper brian.cooper.18@us.af.mil Phone: 210-652-5460