65--NOTICE OF INTENT

The Western Regional Contracting Office of MEDCOM in Tacoma, Washington, plans to award a fixed-price contract valued at $62,000 to Cochlear Americas for implant products. This contract is being awarded under FAR Part 6.302-1 due to a specific determination by the surgeon that these products uniquely meet the medical needs of the patient. All products supplied must be FDA approved and align with the medical requirements of both the surgeon and patient. Although this notice is not a request for competitive proposals, the government encourages interested parties to express their interest and capability for future requirements. Information received within 45 days of the notice publication will be reviewed to help determine the potential for competitive procurement in the future. The decision to proceed without competition rests solely with the government, which will use the feedback primarily to decide whether to pursue competitive bidding later. The contract relates to the NAICS code 339113, covering surgical appliance and supplies manufacturing. This action is part of a notice of intent, and further details or expressions of interest can be submitted, but this does not constitute a solicitation for bids at this stage.