--NOTICE OF INTENT TO ISSUE A SOLE SOURCE

The US Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity (USAMRAA) plans to issue a sole source purchase order to Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. for inspection and a 12-month maintenance service contract covering the Siemens Magic Store with Plasmon D875 and NAS Server located at the USAISR facility in Fort Sam Houston, Texas. This contract is intended to ensure continued operational support and maintenance of the specified medical equipment critical to USAISR's mission. No solicitation document will be issued, and the procurement will be conducted without competition unless a qualified firm submits a written notice demonstrating its capability within five calendar days from the publication date. Firms interested in providing similar services are invited to present supporting documentation to the Contracting Officer at USAMRAA, but telephone inquiries will not be accepted. The government will evaluate any submissions received, though it reserves sole discretion to proceed without competition. If no eligible responses are received, the contract will be awarded directly to Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. This approach streamlines the procurement process for specialized maintenance services under NAICS code 334510, reflecting the unique nature of the equipment and services involved.