65--SPECIAL NOTICE

The Western Regional Contracting Office (WRCO) in Lacey, Washington, plans to award a firm fixed price contract valued at $44,617.92 to Vital Diagnostics, Inc. This contract covers the base period plus two one-year option periods and involves the supply of proprietary laboratory Excite ESR testing specimens. These supplies are specifically designed to perform with government-leased equipment located at William Beaumont Army Medical Center in Fort Bliss, Texas. The procurement is conducted under the Simplified Acquisition Procedures outlined in FAR Part 13, and pursuant to FAR Subpart 13.106-1(b)(1), no solicitation will be issued as part of this notice. Although this notice is not a solicitation or request for quotation, other firms interested in providing similar supplies or equipment can submit supporting documentation demonstrating their product capabilities. Such submissions may be considered for future acquisitions. Correspondence regarding this opportunity is to be directed exclusively via email to the designated Purchasing Agent, Mr. Walter J. Bischoff. No phone calls or fax requests will be entertained. The contract is aligned with NAICS code 423450, which pertains to medical, dental, and hospital equipment and supplies.