TISSUE EXPANDERS & SURGICAL IMPLANTS

The Walter Reed National Military Medical Center's Acquisition Management Department in Bethesda, MD, has awarded a sole source contract to Mentor Worldwide, LLC for the urgent procurement of tissue expanders and surgical implants on behalf of the Main Operating Room. This contract was awarded under FAR 6.302 authority, indicating that only one responsible source was deemed capable of fulfilling the government's requirements, eliminating the need for competitive bidding. The acquisition was executed using the Simplified Acquisition Procedure (SAP), reflecting the urgent nature and specialized demand of the supplies. The contract, identified by solicitation number 14RC20895, pertains to NAICS code 339113, which covers medical equipment and supplies manufacturing. The place of performance and agency office are both located in Bethesda, MD. The responsible point of contact for this procurement is Judith S. Meynard, the purchasing agent for the Department of Defense at Walter Reed National. The government's discretion was exercised in foregoing competitive price quotes, emphasizing the critical need and exclusivity of the sourced products.