PRESTIGE LX 6X14MM, DRILL BIT

The Walter Reed National Military Medical Center Acquisition Management Department in Bethesda, MD awarded a sole source contract to Medtronic Inc. for an urgent requirement involving the supply of the PRESTIGE LX 6X14MM drill bit. This procurement was conducted under the authority of FAR 6.302, which allows the government to award contracts without competition when only one responsible source can fulfill the requirement. The award was made through the Simplified Acquisition Procedure (SAP), and no competitive price quotes were requested or considered, as the government determined there were no other suitable suppliers or services to meet its needs. The contract is managed by the Department of Defense's Walter Reed National office, with the place of performance listed as Bethesda, Maryland. The contracting officer overseeing this acquisition is Christine L. Spencer, who can be contacted for further information. The procurement aligns with NAICS code 339113, which pertains to surgical and medical instrument manufacturing. The action reflects the government's discretion in handling this procurement due to its urgent nature and the specialized capabilities of the sole source provider.