A--Intent to Sole Source to develop software forimplant application.

Intent to Sole Source - Princept Research Group, LLC The Louis Stokes Cleveland Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center (LSCDVAMC), Cleveland, Ohio, Research Department, intends to sole source this procurement to Princept Research Group, LLC for the array of software tools that will serve as the basis for the MPII Gait System, which is a completely implanted stimulator and electrode system for the recovery of coordinated gait in stroke patients. To develop software for implant application, communication drivers, implant drivers, firmware integration pattern editors and hold clinical feedback sessions to incorporate into software design. This procurement is being conducted in accordance with FAR 6.302-1(a)(2)(i)(A) Demonstrates a unique and innovative concept, or, demonstrates a unique capability of the source to provide the particular research services proposed. The NAICS code is 541712 and has a size standard of 500 employees to this procurement. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive quotes. No solicitation document is available and telephone requests will not be accepted. However, any firm that believes it can meet the requirements may give written notification to the Contracting Officer within seven (7) calendar days from the date of publication of this synopsis. Supporting evidence must be furnished in sufficient detail, to demonstrate the ability to comply with the above requirements. Information can be sent to the Contracting Specialist, Louis Stokes Cleveland Department of Veterans Affairs, 10000 Brecksville Road, Brecksville, Ohio 44141 or via fax to (440) 838-6052. Responses received will be evaluated; however, a determination by the Government not to compete the proposed procurement based upon responses received to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. If no responses are received, Louis Stokes Cleveland Department of Veterans Affairs will proceed with sole sourcing this requirement to Princept Research Group, LLC.