65--Audiology Equipment

The Department of Veterans Affairs, VA Boston Healthcare System, intends to negoitate a commercial (FAR Part 12) sole source contract with Kaypentax under the authority of FAR 6.302-1. This proposed contract action is for equipment to be used for the evaluation of swallowing disorders. It includes a video fiberoptic nasolaryngoscope and processor to allow for better quality images. It also includes manometry for the assessment of pressure generation during oropharyngeal swallow. It is a portable unit that allows for the assessment of swallowing within the clinic or at a patient's bedside. This is not a solicitation; it is notice of intent to procure this requirement on a sole source basis in accordance with the statutory authority of 41 U.S.C. 253(c) (1) as implemented by FAR 6.302-1 Only One responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE QUOTES and no solicitation will be issued; however, any firm that believes it can meet these requirements may give written notification to the Contracting Office. Supporting evidence must be furnished in sufficient detail to demonstrate the ability to comply with the above requirement. Responses are due by 10/5/2010 at Noon. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract 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.