The statutory authority which permits other than full and open competition for this acquisition is implemented by FAR 13.106-1(b). It is the Government's intent to proceed with this sole-source action. The applicable NAICS code is 339113. The size standard as defined by the U.S. Small Business Administration is 750 employees. Anticipated award date is 6 June 2016. The requirement will consist of:

CLIN 0001: Optecure 10 cc RT (quantity 8)

CLIN 0002: Optecure 5 cc RT (quantity 8)

THIS NOTICE OF INTENT IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS OR QUOTATIONS. No solicitation package will be issued. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed action based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether conducting a competitive procurement is in the best interest of the Government. All responses received by 1600 pm CST on 3 June 2016 will be considered by the Government. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals/quotes. All information submitted should support the offeror's capability to provide the items required, and shall be furnished at no cost or obligation to the Government. Responses must be in writing and must provide clear and concise documentation indicating an offeror's capability to provide these services. Verbal responses are not acceptable and will not be considered. Questions shall be submitted electronically to Rosa Johnson at [email protected]