65--NOTICE OF INTENT -- PURCHASE OF COCHLEAR IMPLANTS.

The U.S. Army Medical Command's Western Regional Contracting Office in Tacoma, WA, plans to award a sole source contract valued at $62,000 to Cochlear Americas Corporation for the purchase of cochlear implants. The decision for this non-competitive procurement is based on a surgeon's determination that these specific implants best meet the individual medical needs of a patient. All products supplied under this contract must be FDA approved and conform to the surgeon’s and patient’s medical requirements. This procurement will follow the Simplified Acquisition Procedures outlined in FAR Part 13, specifically under FAR Subpart 13.106-1(b)(1), which authorizes sole source acquisitions when justified by medical necessity. Although this notice does not constitute a solicitation or a request for proposal, other suppliers interested in future opportunities are invited to submit evidence of their capability to meet similar medical supply requirements. Interested firms must provide product information and specifications within three calendar days from the notice's publication to be considered for future procurements. Communication regarding this matter is to be directed exclusively via email to the designated purchasing agent, with no phone or fax inquiries accepted. This approach ensures the contract meets the urgent and specific health care needs while keeping channels open for potential suppliers in upcoming acquisitions.