--Notice of Intent to Award

The contract involves an increase to an existing award to Blood Bank of San Bernardino Riverside by the MEDCOM Western Regional Contracting Office in Tacoma, Washington. The additional funding amounts to $46,760.00 and is designated for the procurement of blood products. This adjustment is made under the authority of FAR Part 6.302, which allows for non-competitive procurements due to unique circumstances. The Surgeon has determined that these specific blood products are essential to meet particular medical needs and requirements of patients, ensuring the best care. The contract, associated with solicitation number USA-SNOTE-071228-001 and posted at the end of December 2007, falls under the NAICS code 621991, which pertains to blood and organ banks. It is a notice of intent to award, signaling the continuation and extension of the existing contract with the named blood bank supplier. The information does not specify detailed location data for the place of performance or the contracting agency’s office address. However, the key element is the prioritization of patient-specific medical requirements guiding the award increase.