Contracting Officer (90C), Department of Veterans Affairs, North Texas Health Care System, 4500 South Lancaster Road, Dallas, TX 75216

65 -- MEDICAL EQUIPMENT SOL 549-135-98 DUE 091598 POC John Mraz (903) 583-6270 The Department of Veterans Affairs, North Texas Health Care System, Sam Rayburn Memorial Veterans Center, Bonham, TX wishes to procure "sole source" from Orthopedic Systems, Inc., Union, CA the following: (1) Andrews Spinal Surgery Table with Shearguard Integral Gel Pads; (2) Iliac Crest Supports; (3) X-Ray Cassetter Holder; (4) Additional Hip Sling; (5) Oasis Gel Heel Protectors, Set (Two). This is a "Notice to Procure" and not an advertisement for competitive proposals. Since a written solicitation will not be issued, interested parties must furnish proof that they can provide the above "Brand Name" equipment before the VA will issue a solicitation for a competitive procurement. If no responses are received by the close of business on September 15, 1998, the contract will be awarded to the named source. Posted 08/25/98 (W-SN241405). (0237)

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