65--Cryotherapy System

The Bay Pines VA Healthcare Systems anticipates awarding sole source procurement to CryoCath Technologies, Inc., to provide the following: One (1) CCT2 CryoConsole; two (2) coaxial umbilical packs, one (1) electrical umbilical pack; six (6) Freezor Xtra 5 Surgical Cardiac CryoAblation Device. CryoCath is the only company that has a microprocessor-based system which controls refrigerant pressure and flow, allowing for precise energy delivery and temperature control. The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 6.302-1, only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements, under the authority of 10 U.S.C 2304(c)(1). No solicitation will be issued; however, all quotations received on or before June 6, 2008 will be considered by the Government. A determination not to compete this proposed contract based upon the responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. Interested parties may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit proposals. Information will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. The anticipated award date is on or before June 5, 2008. Please direct all questions regarding this procurement to Luz Rivera, Contract Specialist via email at [email protected] or phone 727-398-9336.