1) Type of Notification: Sources Sought (FBO)

This is a sources sought synopsis only, (not a pre-solicitation notice pursuant to FAR Part 5). The purpose of this notice is to gain knowledge of potential qualified sources.

Responses to this notice shall include the following: (a) company name (b) address (c) point of contact (d) "number of employees" as defined by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) part 19.101 and (e) the amount of "annual receipts" as defined by the FAR part 19.

In addition, the respondent must provide a capability statement that addresses the organization's qualifications and ability to perform as a prime contractor the work described below.

2) Description: Epley Medical, Inc, Epley OMNIAX System

The following is a brief summary of the specification required. This list is not all inclusive:

This procurement is for an Epley OMNIAX System, with one year warranty, and on-site training.

Multi-axial positional chair that includes the chair unit and an operator's pedestal. The chair unit includes the chair itself attached to a frame assembly, seat belts and other restraints, and videonystagmography goggles attached to a computer. The operator's pedestal includes the power distribution system, isolation transformer, and computer with monitor, keyboard, and mouse. The two computers communicate wirelessly to transmit and record the chair movements and the eye movements. The patient is strapped into the unit and dons goggles with a camera attached, and the operator selects a series of moves utilizing one or both of the axes. The position of the patient in relation to gravity and any eye movements are shown on the operator's computer and recorded for future viewing. Review of these recordings allows the operator to assess conditions and select appropriate treatment. The device must have the following safety features: emergency stop buttons, override buttons, pinch guards, and manual crank in case of power failure. System records patient data for immediate use or future review, and measures spontaneous nystagmus, positional nystagmus, and can be used for rotational testing.

System must be cleared by the FDA to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of balance disorders and vertigo, including benign paroxysmal positional vertigo.

Contract must also provide on-site training on clinical integration of system.

4) Place of Performance:

These supplies will be delivered to Wilford Hall Medical Center and/or military installations in San Antonio, TX.

This survey is to determine the capability of potential sources and the availability of commercial sources and services pursuant to FAR Part 10. This notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an Invitation for Bid nor Request for Proposal, and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government. The Government will not reimburse contractors for any cost incurred for their participation in this survey. Large and small businesses are encouraged to participate in this survey. Interested sources should submit responses to CPT Michael A. Mignano, 802 CONS/LGCC, 1655 Selfridge Blvd., Lackland AFB TX 78236-5253.

For any questions contact CPT Michael A. Mignano at 210-671-2812, fax 210 671-0674, [email protected]. Responses should contain Company Name, Address, Point of Contact, Cage Code, Phone Number, FAX Number, Size of Business pursuant to NAICS code 339112 (size standard 500), a brief resume of performance of similar services of the magnitude described above (include contact and phone number of projects listed), a statement as to whether your company is domestic or foreign owned, and a proposed price list of cost. Responses must be received no later than 10 Nov 10. Prospective vendors are cautioned that if they cannot provide the system with required specifications, please do not respond to this notice.

In the event a prospective vendor is selected for an award, the selected vendor must be registered in the following:
Central Contractor Registration (CCR); https://www.bpn.gov/ccr/default.aspx
Online Representations and Certifications Application (ORCA): https://orca.bpn.gov/

All prospective offerors who may be interested in participating in a future procurement for this requirement should respond to this Source Sought Notice by responding in FBO's electronic system or by contacting the individual(s) below:

CPT Michael A. Mignano
Address: 802 CONS, 1655 Selfridge Ave., Building 5450
Lackland AFB, TX 78236-5253
E-mails: [email protected]
Phone number: (210) 671-2812
Fax number: (210) 671-0674