Cochlear Hearing Implants and Accessories

Sources Sought W81K00-20-Q-0238

This announcement constitutes a Sources Sought notice for the Regional Contracting Office – Central.

The purpose of this sources sought notice is to conduct market research to determine if possible sources exist, to assist in determining if this effort can be competitive and/or a total Small Business Set-Aside. The proposed North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code is 339113, Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing. The Small Business size standard is 750. The Government will use this information to determine the best acquisition strategy for this procurement.

The Regional Health Contracting Office – Central, Fort Sam Houston, Texas, is seeking potential sources to provide annual various Cochlear Implants and Accessories. All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, which shall be considered by the agency before the intended award date. Interested sources who submit data are responsible for appropriately making information if it is proprietary in nature. In order for the Government to consider another source, the capability statement must identify the source’s ability to meet ALL the following requirements:

All products must be FDA and TAA compliant.

Must be indicated for use on patients 9 months of age and older.

Must have sound processors that offer user control and direct streaming capabilities for both Apple and Android Smart Phones.

Must provide a smart application for iPhone and Android smartphones that can control the sound processor and track critical user data including "coil offs" for pediatric patients.

Must have sound processors that are IP57 rated for dirt and water protection.

Must have swim proof water case rated at IP68.

Must have sound processor that have a slim profile coil design to minimize projection.

Must provide implants for sensorineural hearing loss as well frequency hearing loss

Contractors responding to this sources sought notice are advised their response does not ensure participation in future solicitations or contract awards. The Government will not reimburse any company or individual for any expense associated with preparation or participation in this research. Interested parties should e-mail responses to point of contact: Ms. Abigail C. Mora at abigail.c.mora.civ@mail.mil.

Contractor responses should include:

The size of the business with regard to North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) 339113 per standard described in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 19.102.

Company Name, DUNS Code, Cage Code and Contact information.

NOTE: INTERESTED VENDORS, PLEASE RESPOND TO THIS NOTICE ON OR BEFORE 03 September 2020 @1000AM CDT.

Contracting Office Address:

Regional Health Contracting Office-Central 3851 Roger Brooke Drive

BLDG: 1103

Joint Base San Antonio – Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234-6200

Delivery Address:

W2DN Brooke Army Med Ctr 3851 Roger Brooke Dr BLDG: 3600

JBSA FT Sam Houston, TX 78234-6200

Point of Contact(s):

Abigail C. Mora at abigail.c.mora.civ@mail.mil