66--Intent to Sole Source to HABCO, Inc.

The U.S. Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity (USAMRAA), Fort Detrick, MD intends to issue a sole source award to HABCO, Inc. for the acquisition of four of their HAB TraumAid units in support of the U.S. Army Medical materiel Agency (USAMMA). USAMMA requires a source of medical grade oxygen with a minimum flow rate of 12 liters per minute (LPM) for use with a medical non-re breather mask aboard a MEDEVAC helicopter. The unit will replace the standard compressed gas oxygen cylinder (explosive hazard) and not require the production of liquid oxygen on the battlefield (logistics burden). The unit will be able to provide this flow rate for a minimum of 10 minutes. The unit must have a long shelf life. Liquid Oxygen dewars have a very short shelf life and are not a potential solution. Another quote mark D quote mark cylinder is not considered a solution to this problem. This notice of intent is for information purposes only, therefore, no solicitation will result from this announcement. All sources eligible to provide this service must respond in writing. Responses must be supported with clear and convincing evidence to clearly be able to provide services outlined above. A request for documentation will not be considered as an affirmative response. If no responses are received, within 15 days, 29 May 2014, after publication of this notice, to the effect that comparable supplies and services are available, and that it is more advantageous to the Government than obtaining these services through a sole-source contract, then a sole source acquisition award will be made. Response to this award is to be sent to contact@example.gov .