SPINAL FUSION STABILIZATION COMPONENTS

The Walter Reed National Military Medical Center's Acquisition Management Department in Bethesda, Maryland, has awarded a sole source contract to Medtronic for spinal fusion stabilization components. This procurement was conducted under an urgent requirement and authorized by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clause 6.302, which permits negotiation with only one source when no other suppliers meet the government's needs. Due to the specialized nature of the components and the urgency, the government chose not to seek competitive pricing and proceeded with a streamlined award process using the Simplified Acquisition Procedure (SAP). The contract specifically covers spinal fusion stabilization supplies needed by the Main Operating Room at Walter Reed. The contracting office emphasizes that only Medtronic was determined to be a responsible source capable of fulfilling the requirements. The points of contact for this contract include Judith S. Meynard, the designated purchasing agent. The performance location is Bethesda, MD, and the contract is categorized under NAICS code 339113. This sole source action ensures timely delivery of critical medical components essential to military medical operations at the facility.