65--NOTICE OF INTENT -- SOLE SOURCE PURCHASE MED-EL CORPORATION

The U.S. Army Medical Command’s Western Regional Contracting Office in Tacoma, Washington, plans to issue a sole source contract valued at $63,000 to MED-EL Corporation for the purchase of MED-EL CONCERT FLEX devices. This procurement follows FAR Subpart 13.106-1(b)(1) and is justified by a surgeon’s determination that these specific products best fulfill the unique medical requirements of a particular patient. All items procured must be FDA-approved and meet the precise medical needs outlined by the surgeon and patient. While this notice is not a solicitation or request for proposal, it invites other firms with capabilities to supply similar equipment to submit relevant documentation demonstrating product capabilities and specifications for consideration in future acquisitions. Communication regarding future interest should be directed via email only to the designated purchasing agent, with no phone or fax inquiries accepted. The procurement will be conducted under Simplified Acquisition Procedures as outlined in FAR Part 13, ensuring streamlined processing and compliance.