Notice of Intent to Sole Source: TraumaMan
ID: USUHS_NoticeOfIntent_TraumaManType: Special Notice
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEUNIFORMED SERVICES UNIVERSITY OF THE HEALTH SCIENCES (USUHS)USUHSBETHESDA, MD, 20814-4712, USA

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

PSC

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

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https://sam.gov/opp/bacd134bc3504251a281f98491ba2834/view
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    The Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS), part of the Department of Defense, intends to award a sole-source contract to Simulab Corporation for the rental of eight body forms and the purchase of 128 chest and neck tissue sets for surgical training purposes. These models are specifically designed to comply with the American College of Surgeons' standards, making them essential for USU's medical education program. This procurement is crucial for maintaining high-quality training for military health professionals and will adhere to the guidelines outlined in FAR Part 13.106-1(b)(1)(i). Interested parties may submit proposals demonstrating their capability to meet USU's needs by 2:00 PM EST on February 20, 2025, via email to Ashley McRae at Ashley.McRae@usuhs.edu, noting that the government will not cover any costs associated with these responses.

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    Ashley McRae
    Ashley.McRae@usuhs.edu
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    The Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) plans to award a sole-source contract to Simulab Corporation for the rental of eight body forms and purchase of 128 chest and neck tissue sets used in surgical training for MD students. Simulab's models are uniquely compliant with the American College of Surgeons' standards, making them the only viable choice for USU's educational program. This procurement will follow the guidelines outlined in FAR Part 13.106-1(b)(1)(i). While this is not a request for quotes, interested parties can submit proposals demonstrating their capability to meet USU's needs. Such proposals will be assessed to determine if competitive procurement is feasible. Interested providers must submit their evidence by 2:00 PM EST on February 20, 2025, via email, as the government will not cover any costs associated with the responses. This notice underscores USU's commitment to excellence in training military health professionals by adhering to recognized accreditation standards.
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