Notice of Intent for Sole Source Award for Various Ear Implants and Accessories

Pursuant to FAR Subpart 13.106-1(b)(1), the U.S. Army, MEDCOM, Western Regional Contracting Office(WRCO), Lacey, WA. intends to issue a sole source award to Cochlear Americas Corporation in the estimated amount of $100,000.00 to purchase various surgical ear implant products that will be used in various patient specific surgeries located in the Department of Anesthesia and Operative Service at William Beaumont Army Medical Center, (WBAMC), Ft Bliss, TX. Prior to surgery, the surgeon shall make the determination that these products or other branded products will best meet the individual patients' medical needs/requirements. All products must be FDA Approved.

This notice is not a request for proposal and no solicitation will be issued. Any firm that believes it can provide the stated supplies/equipment can provide supporting documents demonstrating their products capability and specifications. Responses received will be used for future acquisitions. Information can be sent to the Purchasing Agent Ms. Kendre Green, kendre.m.green.civ@mail.mil. No telephone or facsimile requests will be accepted. This procurement will be prepared in accordance with FAR Part 13, using Simplified Acquisition Procedures.