Solicitation - Wireless Automated Hearing Test Systems
ID: W91YTZ25QA031Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW40M MRCO EASTFORT BELVOIR, VA, 22060-5580, USA

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

MEDICAL AND SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6515)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d8bb5135ee114584abe5273312384504/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army's Medical Readiness Contracting Office - East, is issuing a solicitation for the procurement of Wireless Automated Hearing Test Systems (WAHTS) to support the Hearing Conservation Clinic at Womack Army Medical Center in Fort Bragg, North Carolina. The contract requires the supply of eight WAHTS AC Systems, including annual calibration, software access, and necessary accessories, with an emphasis on urgency due to compliance with updated Hearing Conservation Program requirements. This procurement is particularly significant as it aims to enhance soldier readiness and is set aside for small businesses, promoting participation from Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) and economically disadvantaged entities. Interested contractors should direct inquiries to Cotrena Y. Brown-Johnson at cotrena.y.brownjohnson.mil@health.mil or Michael J. McCollum at michael.j.mccollum12.civ@health.mil, with proposals due by the specified deadlines outlined in the solicitation documents.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Cotrena Y. Brown-Johnson
    cotrena.y.brownjohnson.mil@health.mil
    Michael J. McCollum
    michael.j.mccollum12.civ@health.mil
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    A.02 Limiting competition at or below the SAT Template -Final Redacted.pdf
    The memorandum details an intention to limit competition for a contract with WAHTS LLC to supply Wireless Automated Hearing Test Systems and accessories for the Hearing Conservation Clinic at Womack Army Medical Center. The estimated total value of the contract is undisclosed but falls under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold. As WAHTS Hearing LLC is the sole manufacturer of the required systems, a sole source justification is provided, citing no alternative sources for the equipment, parts, or necessary software. The urgency of the procurement is highlighted, as failure to secure this equipment could hinder compliance with the updated Hearing Conservation Program requirements. Market research was conducted to validate the necessity and sole vendor situation, and an intent to award a sole source contract will be announced on SAM.GOV. The memorandum ensures that all compliance and regulatory actions under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) are observed throughout the procurement process while emphasizing the critical nature of this contract for soldier readiness. The document serves as an essential record for the Medical Readiness Contracting Office in initiating the acquisition process.
    B.08 Solicitation - W91YTZ25QA031.pdf
    The document outlines a solicitation for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) seeking bids for a contract to supply a Wireless Automated Hearing Test System (WAHTS) for the Fort Liberty Medical Readiness Contracting Office. The solicitation includes critical details such as requisition and solicitation numbers, contractor contacts, submission deadlines, and specifications for pricing. The contract features firm-fixed pricing with specific delivery requirements set for 2025. Compliance with various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses and Department of Defense (DoD) guidelines is mandated, including clauses addressing cybersecurity, whistleblower rights, and labor standards. Bidders are instructed to submit proposals electronically and are made aware that the selection process will prioritize price, although technical capabilities may be considered. The solicitation emphasizes the promotion of small businesses, particularly those owned by women and economically disadvantaged individuals, as part of federal contracting initiatives. This solicitation exemplifies the government's commitment to enhancing procurement diversity, particularly encouraging participation from WOSBs in federal contracts.
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