65--Cordis cardiology consignment

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 Cordis Corporation of Bridgewater, NJ for consignment of Cardiology Supplies. NAICS 339112 applies. The small business size standard is 500 Employees. The Contractor shall provide stents, catheters, balloons, filters, and guide wires that are various lengths and sizes on a consignment basis for the VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System, 2250 Fuller Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105 for the period from date of award through September 30, 2011 with four (4) additional one (1) year options. 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 March 3, 2011. No telephone or email inquiries will be accepted. All responses must be mailed to VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System, Attn; Kimberly Morris (54C), 2215 Fuller Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105.