COSMED METABOLIC OXYGEN ANALYZER

The Walter Reed National Military Medical Center's Acquisition Management Department, representing the Dilorenzo Tricare Health Clinic, awarded a sole source contract to COSMED USA for the procurement of a metabolic oxygen analyzer. This acquisition was conducted under the authority of FAR 6.302, which permits negotiation with a single responsible source when no other suppliers or services meet the government’s requirements, thereby excluding competitive bidding. The contract was awarded through the Simplified Acquisition Process, with the government determining not to solicit competitive price quotes, and responses to the notice remain at the government’s discretion. The contract, identified by solicitation number 14RC5Q034 and posted on August 13, 2014, falls under NAICS code 334510, which pertains to medical equipment manufacturing. The place of performance is Bethesda, MD, confirming the local operation within the Department of Defense’s office at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. The point of contact for this procurement is Evelyn L. Brew, the purchasing agent, reachable via phone or email for further inquiries related to the contract or procurement process.