65--Notice of Intent for Sole Source of Essential Evidence Plus Online Database Subscription

The U.S. Army Medical Command (MEDCOM) Western Regional Contracting Office in Tacoma, Washington, plans to issue a sole source contract to Wiley Subscription Services, Inc. valued at $48,204.00 for the procurement of the Essential Evidence Plus Online Database Subscription. This contract includes a base period plus three option years and supports Madigan Healthcare Systems in Tacoma. The web-based database offers an evidence-based medicine tool that provides current, globally sourced, unbiased, and independently reviewed medical information aimed at enhancing diagnosis and patient care, with the capability to search multiple databases simultaneously. This action is being conducted under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Simplified Acquisition Procedures, specifically FAR Subpart 13.106-1(b)(1), and is not open for competitive solicitation. However, firms capable of providing similar products are invited to submit documentation demonstrating their capabilities and product specifications within three calendar days of the notice's publication for consideration in future contracts. All responses must be submitted electronically to the designated Purchasing Agent, Ms. Kendre Green. No telephone or fax inquiries will be accepted, emphasizing the streamlined and specific nature of this procurement process.