65--Stryker Arthroscopic Equipment

The Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 11, in accordance with FAR 6.302.1 (only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements) intends to negotiate on a sole source basis with Alliant Healthcare, 5900 Optical Ct, San Jose, CA 95138-1400. This is for the purchase of Stryker arthroscopic bite punches, meniscal crescent punches, rotary punches, and formula shavers for the John D. Dingell Medical Center, 4646 John R. Street, Detroit, MI 48201. NAICS 339112, size standards 500 employees applies. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. It is not a solicitation or request for offers. No solicitation package is available. A determination not to compete is solely within the discretion of the Government. Any response to this notice must show clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. Responses must be received no later than 3:00 pm on June 24, 2011. No telephone or email inquiries will be accepted. All responses must be mailed to VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System, Attn; Kristina Gandy (54C), 2215 Fuller Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105.