This is a sole source combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with (IAW) the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are not being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued The proposed contract action is for supplies for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 6.302. Interested persons may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit proposals. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. 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 normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining future requirements. The government is seeking information for market research purposes and may not issue solicitation documents associated with this announcement. The Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center anticipates issuing a sole source combined synopsis for this requirement on or about 16 September 2010, with a closing date for proposals on or about 20 September 2010. The information will be available for download from http://www.fbo.gov. Interested contractors will be responsible for downloading copies from that website, and no hard copies will be made available. Prospective Offerors are encouraged to register their interest in the solicitation on the FBO website so that they are notified of the issuance of the solicitation or any amendments. Applicable NAICS code is 339112. Interested parties may identify their interest and capability as it relates to the requirements by submitting literature and documentation, detailing their experience in providing these products. Responses to this notice must be submitted in writing and received no later than 20 September 2010. No telephone inquires will be accepted. It is not the intent of the VA to reimburse providers for the cost of submitting this information Referenced RFP Number: VA-261-10-RP-0464 Description: SONOMED VUMAX II ULTRASONIC BIO-MICROSCOPE: SONOMED VuMax II Ultrasonic Bio-Microscope System 10 MHZ Probe Mobile Cart Responsible sources can submit proposals which shall be reviewed and considered by the Government agency. To be eligible for any government award, contractors must be registered in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) data base at www.ccr.gov. Registration is free and potential Offerors are encouraged to visit that CCR website and register as soon as possible to avoid delays should they be selected for a contract award. Offerors must also be registered at the ORCA website www.orca.gov. Questions concerning this announcement should be directed to the Contracting Officer at the e-mail link provided below. Christine A. Peterson Contracting Officer [email protected] SOLICITATION PROVISIONS/CONTRACT CLAUSES: FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Items (Apr 2008). FAR 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items (May 2008): Offerors must include a completed copy of the provision with its offer. FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions -- Commercial Items (Feb 2007). FAR 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes Or Executive Orders -- Commercial Items (Apr 2008) For the purposes of this clause items (b) 1, 7, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25, 27, and 33 are considered checked and apply. FAR 52.232-38 Submission of Electronic Funds Transfer Information with Offer (May 1999) VAAR 852.270-1 Representatives of Contracting Officers (Apr 1984) VAAR 852.237-70 Contractor Responsibilities (Apr 1984) VAAR 852.270-4 Commercial Advertising (Nov 1984) Small businesses, especially veteran-owned and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, are encouraged to contact their nearest Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) if assistance is needed in preparing their proposal. The website address for the location of the nearest PTAC is http://www.sellingtothegovernment.net.

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