Contracting Officer (90C), Dept of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, PO Box 69004, Alexandria, La 71306-9004

65 -- CARDIO SYSTEMS FRAMELESS AIR SUPPORT THERAPY SYSTEM SOL 502-14-98 DUE 021798 POC Kathryn W. Lewis (318)473-0010 ext. 2236 or Carol Robertson (318)473-0010 ext. 2234 Dept of Veterans Affairs Medical Center Alexandria, LA intends to negotiate a BEST VALUE sole source procurement with Cardio Systems, PO Box 29923, Dallas, TX 75229, for six (6) Cardio Systems brand, model Pneu-Care Dynamic, frameless rotation/turning air support therapy mattress replacements. This procurement utilizes best value in accordance with FAR 1.102 and incorporates cost, quality and technology. This patented system completes the turning process using outrigger sacs on both turning sides with 16 adjustable zones. Written solicitation shall not be issued. (0036)

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