65--NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD

MEDCOM's Western Regional Contracting Office in Tacoma, Washington, plans to award a contract valued at $26,500 to WL Gore for the procurement of implant products. This contract will be awarded under FAR Part 6.302-1, following a determination by the Surgeon that these specific products best meet the unique medical requirements of the patients involved. All implants supplied must be FDA approved to ensure compliance with safety and medical standards. Although this notice serves as an intent to award rather than a solicitation for competitive proposals, interested parties are encouraged to express their interest and capability to meet future requirements. The government emphasizes that the decision not to compete this contract rests solely with its discretion. Information submitted within 45 days of this notice’s publication will be reviewed to help determine whether future competitive procurements may be warranted. However, any information received will primarily guide decisions related to potential future competitions, rather than influence the immediate awarding of this contract. The procurement aligns with NAICS code 339113, which pertains to surgical appliance and supplies manufacturing.