65--Notice of Intent of Award Carticel cell & Implantation system

The U.S. Army Medical Command (MEDCOM), Western Regional Contracting Office in Tacoma, Washington, plans to award a firm-fixed price contract valued at $35,000 to US Bioservices for the Carticel cell and implantation system. This procurement aligns with FAR Subpart 13.106-1(b)(1) and will utilize simplified acquisition procedures as outlined in FAR Part 13. The selected product must be FDA-approved and meet the specific medical requirements determined by the Surgeon for the patient’s needs. The contract is intended to ensure the best available medical solution for the patient, based on professional medical assessment. This announcement is not a solicitation and no formal request for proposal will be issued. However, other suppliers interested in providing similar supplies or equipment may submit information demonstrating their capabilities and product specifications for consideration in future requirements. All responses must be directed to the designated purchasing agent via email only, with no phone or fax communications accepted. This approach allows the contracting office to maintain a pool of qualified vendors for upcoming acquisitions related to similar medical devices.