65--Integra Ultrasonic Aspirator Console

The Rocky Mountain Network, VISN 19 Contracting Officer plans to negotiate with Integra NeuroSciences for the procurement of specialized neurosurgical equipment, including the Selector Integra Ultrasonic Aspirator Console, associated service modules, hand pieces, sterilization trays, a multi-parameter monitor with ICP/CCP/ICT waveform capabilities, and a Budde Halo Radiolucent Retractor. This equipment is intended for use at the Eastern Colorado Health Care System in Denver. After evaluating several comparable systems, the Denver facility determined that the Integra system offers the best value for the government, primarily because it is reportedly the only leading ultrasonic aspirator fully compatible with MRI technology. This compatibility and the system's use of bipolar technology are deemed critical requirements. To ensure fair competition, other companies with comparable equipment are invited to submit descriptive literature that demonstrates compliance with these key functions: MRI compatibility and bipolar technology use. Submissions must be received by the Contracting Officer no later than the close of business on April 9, 2007, to be considered for evaluation. Documentation should be compatible with Windows XP and can be submitted via email or postal mail to the designated contact at the Rocky Mountain Network Contract Office. Late submissions will not be accepted. This procurement falls under NAICS code 334510 and is managed by the Department of Veterans Affairs' Network Contract Office 19 located in Greenwood Village, Colorado.