63 -- Software and Peripherals for Smith Heimann Hi-Scan 6030di

The Food and Drug Administration intends to award a purchase order on a sole source basis to Smiths Detection, 30 Hook Mountain Road, Pine Brook, NJ 07058. Smiths Detection is the sole manufacturer and distributor of Smith Heimann products. The following software and peripherals are specific to the Smiths Heimann Hi-Scan 6030di in use by the FDA: entrance and exit roller tables, an Option Package consisting of an Image Storage System, Automatic Identification of Highly Dense Material, Testing and Training Program and Simulator, and a four-year extended warranty. Use of any other products, services, or repair services will void the manufacturer’s warranty. Smiths Detection is the only authorized dealer to perform repairs on these products. FDA intends to make an award five (5) days from the date of this notice. This is not a request for quotes; however, sources may submit descriptive literature, fully documenting their capabilities, which will be considered by the agency. A determination to compete this procurement based on response(s) to this notice is solely within the description of the Government. This award will be made in accordance with FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items, and FAR Part 13, Simplified Acquisition Procedures.