--Kappa XLT Anesthesia, Delta XLf, Gateway Software & Vital Signs Interface, Total Infinity Central Station to include all PODS, Delta and Patient System Accessories, to include Installations and Project Management

The U.S. Army Soldier System Center in Natick, MA, through its Natick Contracting Division, plans to negotiate a sole source contract with Draeger Medical, Inc. for the procurement of specific medical equipment and related services. The acquisition involves products including the Kappa XLT Anesthesia system, Delta XLf, Gateway Software, Vital Signs Interface, and the Total Infinity Central Station with all PODS, along with Delta and patient system accessories. The contract also covers installation and project management. These systems and services align with current clinical and research interface requirements and are consistent with existing maintenance agreements. This procurement is conducted under the authority of FAR 13.5 and is designated for contracting with a single source provider due to the technical compatibility and integration needs with existing products. The solicitation number is W911QY-09-C-0021, classified under NAICS code 334510, indicating instrumentation manufacturing. The contract is managed by the Department of Defense office in Natick, Massachusetts. Interested parties or inquiries regarding the contract may be directed to Mr. Greg Wilson at the Soldier System Center. This acquisition synopsis was posted on December 11, 2008, and the opportunity expires on December 15, 2008.