65--NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE BIODEX SYSTEM 4

The VA Mid-Atlantic Healthcare Region (VISN 6)Centralized Acquisiton Service intends to procure sole source from Biodex Medical Systems, Inc. of Shirley, New York a Multi-Mode, Computerized Robotic Dynamometer. This equipment is used to identify, treat and document the physical impairments that cause functional limitations and should be able to provide neuromuscular testing and rehabilitation technology. The Biodex System 4 is the only such system that can provide Isokinetic Resistance mode for testing and rehabilitation; Reactive Eccentric Mode for submaximal neuromuscular re-education in the early phases of rehabilitation; Passive Motion Mode; Isometric Mode; and Isotonic Mode. NAICS code 339112 applies to this procurement. The proposed contract action is for supplies or services for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 6.302. Interested persons may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit quotations. This notice of intent is not a request for quotations. Interested parties that believe they can meet these needs must supply information about their capabilities no later than 4:00pm EDST, July 11, 2008. All information shall be furnished at no cost or obligation to the Government. This award will be made using simplified acquisition procedures. No solicitation will be made available. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. The anticipated award date is July 14, 2008. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Telephone or faxed inquiries will not be accepted.