FERNO Flexx Chair Cot

The Government plans to negotiate a fixed-price purchase order with FERNO-Washington, Inc. for customized Ambulance Cots under a Sole Source procurement, as authorized by FAR 13.306-1(b). This procurement falls under the NAICS code 423450, which covers medical, dental, and hospital equipment and supplies merchant wholesalers. Although this notice does not represent a request for competitive quotes, other interested parties capable of meeting the requirements may submit written information detailing their capabilities for consideration, solely to determine the possibility of future competitive procurements. Submissions must be sent electronically to the specified contracting officer by April 14, 2016, and late submissions will not be considered for this procurement. The contract is titled "FERNO Flexx Chair Cot" with solicitation number HSSS01-16-Q-0169, managed by the Fletc Glynco Procurement Office within the Department of Homeland Security. It is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 19.5. The place of performance is Washington, DC, while the contracting office is located in Brunswick, Georgia. The main point of contact is Contracting Officer Danielle M. Donaldson, reachable via email and phone. Following the submission deadline, a purchase order will be issued without opening the requirement to full and open competition, at the Government's sole discretion.