The Naval Medical Logistics Command intends to negotiate on a sole source basis (IAW FAR 13) with Advanced Medical Optics USA Incorporated, 1700 E St Andrew Place, Santa Ana, CA 92705 as the only source that can provide a Phacoemulsifier system. Specifically, the contractor shall provide a phacoemulsifier system that shall perform cataract extraction by removing patient cataractous lenses via the insertion of a probe, typically in the anterior chamber of the eye. The system shall have a control console and suction system as part of a free-standing mobile cart. The system shall have the ability to cut and emulsify the lens of the patient using ultrasonic waves. The system shall consist of hollow probe components (QTY 6) which can perform irrigation. The system shall have oscillating tips (QTY 12) that converts electric energy into ultrasonic waves. The system shall have a means for the aspiration of lens fragments (QTY 6). The system shall also include a vacuum pump and controls for output levels, irrigation rate, and mode of operation. This acquisition is being conducted under simplified acquisition procedures (IAW FAR 13). There are no set-aside restrictions for this requirement. The intended procurement will be classified under North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) 334510 with a Small Business Size Standard of 500 employees. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals and no solicitation document exists for this requirement. However, parties interested in responding to this notice will need to submit technical data sufficient to determine capability in providing the same product. All capability statements received within 10 days after publication of this synopsis will be considered by the Government. A determination by the Government not to compete based on responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Capability statements shall be submitted by email only as a MS Word or Adobe PDF attachment to Tameka Davis at [email protected]. Statements are due by COB 05 May 2008. No phone calls accepted.

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