FREEZOR MAX CARDIAC CRYOABLATION CATHETER

The Walter Reed National Military Medical Center's Acquisition Management Department in Bethesda, Maryland, has awarded a sole source contract to Medtronic for the supply of the Freezor Max Cardiac Cryoablation Catheter. This procurement was made as an urgent requirement for the Cardiology Clinic and was conducted under the authority of FAR 6.302, which allows for non-competitive contracting when only one responsible source can fulfill the government's needs. The award was executed using the Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP), and no competitive price quotes were solicited or requested, as the government determined that no other sources could meet the specified requirements. The contract is identified by solicitation number 14RC03480 and is linked to NAICS code 339113, indicating the medical equipment industry. The place of performance is Bethesda, MD, where the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center is located. The purchasing agent overseeing this contract is Judith S. Meynard, who can be contacted directly for further information. This contract ensures the provision of critical medical supplies necessary for cardiac procedures at the center, reinforcing the specialized nature of the procurement.