65--PROSTHETICS-PORTLAND-NEUROSTIMULATOR IMPLANT

The contract pertains to the procurement of neurostimulator implants under the category of prosthetics, specifically classified under the NAICS code 339113. This acquisition follows simplified acquisition procedures as outlined in FAR 13 and is managed by the Department of Veterans Affairs through the 260-NETWORK Contract Office 20 located in Vancouver, Washington. The contract is not designated as a set-aside, meaning it is open without restrictions to specific small businesses or other designated groups. The notice serves as an informational release intended to increase competitive interest and identify capable suppliers for future opportunities, rather than a formal request for competitive proposals. Interested parties are invited to submit technical data demonstrating their capability to supply the specified product. These capability statements will be reviewed by the Government to assess potential competition. The Government retains full discretion to decide whether to proceed with competitive bidding based on the responses received. Information gathered will be forwarded to the Clinical Product Review Committee for possible consideration in subsequent procurements. The solicitation is identified by number VA26015P4353 and was posted in August 2015. The place of performance details are not specified beyond the agency office location.