Solicitation for the possible standardization of Orthopedic Soft Goods, Upper Extremity for TRICARE Northwest Region. These products include, but are not limited to, a complete product line of Orthopedic Soft Goods, Upper Extremity. Those companies interested in a possible Regional Incentive Agreement (discounted DAPA pricing based on volume) with TRICARE Northwest Region must respond to the following questions: Clinical Criteria: Wrist Braces/splints: 1. Latex-free 2. Fits right or left wrist 3. Adjustable closure 4. Bendable palmar piece available 5. Lightweight 6. Easy one-handed application and removal 7. Various sizes available for adult and pediatric populations 8. Air Permeable 9. Comfortable for patient 10. Provides support 11. Allows (and does not impinge upon) ROM of the MCPJs and the thumb 12. Washable Supports, Thumb Spica: 1. Latex-free 2. Easy one-handed application and removal 3. Washable 4. Product has features to provide comfort to wearer 5. Product provides immobilization 6. Adjustable 7. Contoured for good fit 8. Available in various sizes for adult and pediatric populations Slings: 1. Latex-Free 2. Adjustable 3. Lightweight 4. Made of Air Permeable material 5. Easy application and removal 6. Various sizes available for adult and pediatric populations Shoulder Immobilizers: 1. Latex-Free 2. Adjustable straps 3. Lightweight 4. Various sizes available for adult and pediatric populations Company Criteria: 1. Does your company provide a full line of Orthopedic soft-goods for upper extremities? Please Explain. 2. Does your company manufacture Orthopedic soft-goods for upper extremities or is your company a distributor? 3. How are your products packaged? 4. Does your company have a Distribution agreement with Cardinal Healthcare? 5. Does your company currently possess a DAPA (Distribution and Pricing Agreement) with the government? 6. Is your company large enough to satisfy product needs for entire TRICARE Northwest (Washington and Alaska)? 7. Does your company have a 1-800 number for customer questions and product representatives for each account? Please explain. 8. Does your company have a clinical education program for customers? Please discuss the educational resources and tools for clinicians that your company provides. 9. Please describe any value added services that your company provides. 10. Provide your companys return goods policy. 11. Discuss any issues your company has had with recalls and/or back orders of product? 12. Describe your companys proposed implementation plan if you were to enter into an agreement with TRICARE Northwest region. 13. Is your product line suitable for use in field environment? Companies interested in doing business with TRICARE Northwest Region for Orthopedic Soft Goods (Knee) products need to reply to this solicitation NO LATER THAN October 27, 2006 and send 3 sets of literature to each of the following facilities: Naval Hospital Attn: Mr. Rick Fogoros (360) 475-4501 1 Boone Road Bremerton, WA 98312 Madigan Army Medical Center Attn: Ms. Patricia Cordier (253) 968-0898 9040A Fitzsimons, Room G-07-09 Tacoma, WA 98431 Naval Hospital Attn: LT Julie Conrardy (360) 257-9963 3475 N. Saratoga St Oak Harbor, WA 98278 Elmendorf Air Force Base Hospital Attn: TSgt Jim Land (907) 580-1571/1572 3rd Medical Group Elmendorf AFB, AK 99506 McChord Air Force Base Clinic 62 MDG/SGSL Attn: Dr. Andy Barnett (253) 982-0328 690 A St. McChord AFB, WA 98438 Bassett Army Community Hospital Attn: Ms. Sue Turley/SSgt Crystal Walker (907) 353-5625 3567 Neely Road FT Wainwright, AK 99703 All responses will include company name, POC and contact information (suggest more then one POC), your intent to participate in this standardization initiative and a reply to the above questions referenced by question number. Send this inf ormation to [email protected] (253) 968-0898 NO LATER THAN October 27, 2006.

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