Sole Source Medical Supplies

Solicitation FA3010-13-T-0046, issued by the Department of Defense through the 81st Contracting Squadron at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, is a procurement action for specialized medical supplies. The contract focuses on the acquisition of cardiac devices, specifically MRI-compatible pacemakers, internal cardiac defibrillators, loop recorders, and associated leads and catheters. These items are categorized under NAICS code 339113 and are intended for use by the 81st Medical Group under the Air Education and Training Command. The procurement is designated as a sole source acquisition from Medtronic Inc. due to the exclusive technical specifications of their products, such as SureScan MRI and SmartShock technology. These features are cited as critical for ensuring patient safety and clinical efficacy, making Medtronic the only viable provider for these specific medical requirements. The solicitation includes a detailed schedule of supplies across six contract line item numbers and incorporates standard Federal Acquisition Regulation clauses for commercial items.