R--Notice of Intent to Sole Source: Course Manuals/Fees; Emergency Nurses Association

On or about 21 August 2012, the Southern Regional Contracting Office intends to issue solicitation W81K00-12-R-M022 and ultimately a sole source contract to the Emergency Nurses Association of Des Plaines, Illinois for course manuals and fees for providers (i.e., students) and instructors of the Trauma Nursing Core Course for students at the Defense Medical Readiness Training Institute, Army Medical Department Center and School, Fort Sam Houston, Texas. Manuals and fees will be ordered on an as-needed basis during the period 1 October 2012 - 30 September 2013. However, all responsible concerns may submit an offer, which will be considered by the agency. The quote shall include information of sufficient detail to demonstrate that the proposed manuals and fees possess the same characteristics of Emergency Nurses Association's manuals, as described below. Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) Provider Manuals and Instructor Manuals - Most recently published edition (2007, 6th Edition) by the Emergency Nurses Association. - Books must be new (i.e., unused) condition; paperback is preferred, though hardcover will be considered. - Must be compatible with TNCC in-class session, which will result in a minimum of 14 contact hours. Offeror must also be able to provide a TNCC certification equivalent that is recognized by the ENA. INTERESTED PARTIES MUST RESPOND TO THIS NOTICE ON OR BEFORE 20 AUGUST 2012, 12:00 P.M. CST. AWARD WILL BE MADE ON OR AFTER THIS DATE. Delivery: Army Medical Department Center & School (AMEDDC&S) Defense Medical Readiness Training Institute (DMRTI) 1706 Stanley Road, Suite B108 Fort Sam Houston, Texas 78234