Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Business Center, 5901 East Seventh Street, Bldg 149, Long Beach, CA 90822

65 -- MEDICAL EQUIPMENT PURCHASE OF COMBINED FMRI RESEARCH SYSTEM MODEL SV-3500 SOL RFP 600-467-99tld DUE 071499 POC Teri Deihl, (562) 494-5828 (facsimile) The San Diego VA Medical Center in the Network Business Center intends to negotiate a commercial (FAR Part 12) sole source contract with Avotec, Inc., Jensen Florida, under the authority of FAR 6.302-1. Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. A justification for other than full and open competition is being prepared in support of this acquisition. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 97-04. Avotec, Inc. manufactures and distributes the Combined FMRI Research System Model SV-3500, which includes Model SS-2100 audio (R) and Model SV-2400 video (R). Included with Model SV-3500 are two additional sets of cables, installation and on-site training, and a Silent Scan three year warranty. Combined as a single system SV-3500, the two components are the only components, which will interface successfully to form a complete functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging research stimulation device. The patented design is the only system available that has no potential for introducing any artifact or interference into the delicate imaging process. Avotec, Inc. is sole manufacturer and sole distributor of this fiber optic audio and visual stimulation/presentation equipment for use in psychiatric research. No other manufacturer, company or distributor is able to provide the SV-3500 system. Interested persons may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit a proposal. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. The proposed contract action is for supplies for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source. The estimated cost is $43,000.00. All proposals received by 4:00 p.m. Pacific Daylight Time, July 14, 1999 will be considered by the Government. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based on responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Inquirieswill only be accepted by facsimile at (562) 494-5828. Posted 07/07/99 (W-SN351355). (0188)

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