--Madigan Army Medical Center, Tacoma WA intends to award a sole source contract to Medtronic, Inc. on 01 October 2006.

Madigan Army Medical Center plans to award a sole source contract to Medtronic, Inc. for supplying a range of cardiac and vascular medical products, including cardiac rhythm management devices, guide wires, catheters, stents, and balloon catheters. The contract period covers one year, from October 1, 2006, to September 30, 2007, with an estimated total value of $50,000. This procurement will be conducted under FAR 13.106-1 without competitive proposals, as the Government has determined that competition is not required based on responses to the notice. No solicitation will be issued. The contract relates to the NAICS code 339113, which corresponds to surgical appliance and supplies manufacturing. The award aims to ensure the availability of specialized medical devices necessary for the healthcare services provided at the Madigan Army Medical Center. The sole source approach reflects the Government's discretion in awarding this contract directly to Medtronic given its capabilities and products that align with the center’s requirements during the performance period.