The VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, Highland Drive Campus, Pittsburgh, PA 15206 intends to negotiate with Sorin Group USA Inc., 14401 W. 65th Way, Arvada, CO 80004 on a sole source basis pursuant to FAR 6.302-1 for the purchase of two Stockert S3 Heart Lung Perfusion System consisting of slim line pump console, single roller pump, tubing gate, variolock inserts, 6 module control desk, dual pressure control, triple timer, 4 channel temperature monitor, level/bubble, cardioplegia control, MBSA module, S3 stainless steel tray, perfusionist chair, S3 LED lamp 24V, Cable holding & organizing system, Maxxim CDX Xpress pressure transducer cable, S3 connection module, tubing insert and double roller pump. System's pump is portable with a built-in battery backup. Pump can be adapted to conform to computerized charting and other technologies. Safety features include level sensor detection which will stop if volume in the reservoir decreases below desired level; pump will stop if an air bubble is detected in the tubing; and a pressure regulator to prevent an accident with an over pressurized circuit. North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 339112. Firms who wish to identify their interest and capability to provide an alternate system which will meet the capabilities and functionality described above may notify the Contracting Officer in writing, no later than 4:00 PM on 5/29/07. Such notification must include a complete description of proposed equipment, including narrative and specifications, and must demonstrate that it meets or exceeds the capabilities described above. Notification shall be mailed to Cheryl Weidner (04A1-H), Contracting Officer, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, 7180 Highland Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15206. Upon receipt of any such notifications, the Contracting Officer will determine whether to conduct a competitive procurement or proceed with sole source negotiations. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals.

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