R--Depression Consulting Services

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 Dr. Joseph Himle of Ann Arbor, MI for consulting services in the project "Improving Depression Management through Peer Support" for research purposes. NAICS 541720 applies, The small business size standard is $7.0 million. The Contractor shall provide input on peer support materials, assist with the refinement of these materials, and provide supervision to clinical staff working on the project for the VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System, 2215 Fuller Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105 for the period from date of award through September 30, 2011 with one (1) additional one (1) year option period. 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 6, 2011. No telephone or email inquiries will be accepted. All responses must be mailed to Ann Arbor VAMC, Attn; Kristina Gandy (54C), 2215 Fuller Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105.