--INTENT TO AWARD A SOLE SOURCE

The Western Regional Contracting Office plans to award a sole source contract to Special Operations Technologies, located in Carson, California, for the procurement of specialized medical equipment. The contract includes the acquisition of 15 Medical Trauma Packs and 28 Rapid Access Modular Medical Panels designed for trauma and primary care applications. This sole source award is being made under the authority of FAR 6.302-5, which allows for non-competitive contracting when only one responsible source is available. The solicitation, identified by number WC1JUG81164360 and posted on April 28, 2008, pertains to the NAICS code 314911, indicating a focus on specialized product manufacturing. The contract's intent reflects a streamlined procurement process to meet specific operational requirements without the need for competitive bidding, ensuring timely acquisition of essential medical devices tailored to the unique needs of special operations personnel.