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*** THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE FOR MARKET RESEARCH ONLY; THIS IS NOT A FORMAL SOLICITATION OR REQUEST FOR QUOTE (RFQ) *** SOURCES SOUGHT ANNOUNCEMENT REQUIREMENT: Brand Name ManoScan™ ESO Z Cathe... *** THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE FOR MARKET RESEARCH ONLY; THIS IS NOT A FORMAL SOLICITATION OR REQUEST FOR QUOTE (RFQ) *** SOURCES SOUGHT ANNOUNCEMENT REQUIREMENT: Brand Name ManoScan™ ESO Z Catheter (product code 3890) and a one-year extended warranty for use on the ManoScan ™ AR High Resolution manometry system. Original Set Aside: None Place of Performance/Delivery: Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER), Alaska NAICS Code: 339112 – “Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies” (Small Business Size Standard: 1000 employees) Product Service Code: 6515 – Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies DISCLAIMER: This sources sought notice is for information and planning purposes only. It does not constitute a solicitation or a commitment by the Government. Responses will not be considered proposals/quotes, and no award will result from this notice. The Air Force will not be responsible for any costs incurred by interested parties. Requests for a solicitation will not be honored. INTRODUCTION: The 673d Contracting Squadron is conducting market research to identify qualified and interested sources for a Firm Fixed-Price contract to supply the above requirement for the 673d Medical Group at JBER, Alaska. This research will inform the Government's acquisition strategy and help ensure adequate competition. Responses from all businesses (Small and Large) are welcome. All information received will be used to define a potential future requirement. A solicitation MAY be issued at that time. The information requested by this sources sought notice will be used within the Air Force to facilitate decision making and will not be disclosed outside the Federal Government. SUBMISSION DETAILS: Interested parties shall submit a written Statement of Capability (limited to 3 pages) within 10 calendar days of this notice's publication, NLT 2:00 PM EST on 08 September 2025 . The Statement of Capability should demonstrate the firm’s ability to provide and deliver the required products and shall include the following information: Firm name, point of contact, phone number, email address, DUNS number, UEI, CAGE code, and small business status (including type(s)/certifications(s) such as SDB, 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, etc.) and the corresponding NAICS code. Detailed information regarding experience (whether as a manufacturer or authorized distributor) and pertinent certifications. Provide at least three (3) examples of performing a contract of this magnitude and complexity. Information to determine commercial availability, including pricing (and basis for pricing), delivery schedules, customary terms and conditions, and warranties. Recommendations on how the Air Force can best structure this requirement to facilitate competition by and among small business concerns. Recommendations to improve the approach/specifications for acquiring the identified item(s). If not the OEM, documentation on OEM letterhead demonstrating authority to distribute the requested supplies MUST be included. SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS: Direct written inquiries and capability statements to Jason P. Topick via email at jason.topick.1@us.af.mil . Oral/telephonic communications will not be accepted. EMAIL IS THE ONLY CURRENT METHOD FOR CONTACT. OTHER: All interested businesses must be registered in SAM (https://sam.gov ). Proprietary information must be clearly marked. The Government will not pay for any costs associated with responding to this notice. This notice does not commit the Government to issuing a solicitation or awarding a contract. No subcontracting opportunities are anticipated. The Government's decision to compete or not compete this requirement is solely at its discretion. All capability statements received within the timelines herein will be reviewed by the Government and considered. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract action, based upon responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the Government. This notice shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or ultimately award a contract, nor does it restrict the Government to a particular acquisition approach. The Government will in no way be bound to this information if any solicitation is issued.