65--NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD ADVANTAGE IMPLANTS AND SUPPLIES

The Western Regional Contracting Office in Lacey, WA, intends to award a firm fixed price contract to Advanced Bionics, LLC for $53,465.00 under contract number W91YU0-14-T-0026. The contract covers the procurement of 90k Advantage Implants and related supplies to be used for surgical procedures, with the requirement that all products must be FDA approved. The decision on whether to use these products or comparable alternatives will be made by the surgeon based on the patients' specific medical needs in accordance with FAR Part 6.302-1. This notice serves as an informational alert rather than a solicitation, and no formal proposals will be sought. Firms interested in supplying these types of medical implants or comparable products are encouraged to submit supporting documentation showcasing their product capabilities for consideration in future acquisitions. Responses should be directed via email only to the Purchasing Agent, Mr. Walter J. Bischoff, with no phone or fax inquiries accepted. The procurement process will follow Simplified Acquisition Procedures as outlined in FAR Part 13, ensuring streamlined and efficient contract awarding consistent with government acquisition standards.