--Notice of Sole Source Acquisition - Gambro Supplies for the Trima Automated Blood Collection System

The government intends to negotiate a sole source contract with Gambro BCT for supplies needed to support the Tri ma Automated Blood Collection System at Womack Army Medical Center, Fort Bragg, North Carolina. The procurement includes 48 cases per year of the Trima Platelet/Plasma/RBC set with sharps protection, each case containing six sets, along with 24 units per year of ACD-A Solution, 750 mL. The contract will be effective from October 1, 2006, through September 30, 2007, with four additional option periods available. Interested parties who wish to participate in future opportunities must submit detailed information demonstrating their capabilities and certifications that meet the specified requirements. All responses must be submitted by July 21, 2006, and can be sent via email or facsimile. This sole source acquisition ensures continuity and compatibility with the existing government-owned blood collection system at the medical center.