3D Medical Applications Center - Notice of Intent to Sole Source
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Defense Health Agency (DHA) Contracting Activity, on behalf of the 3D Medical Applications Center (3DMAC) at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) in Bethesda, MD, has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source a firm fixed-price contract to 3D Systems, 5381 South Alkire Circle, Littleton, CO 80127. This action is for specialized engineering, design, regulatory, and verification services to support the development of PEEK Cranial Implants and Custom Ridge Augmentation Matrix (CTRAM) Devices, essential for FDA 510(k) clearance. This is not a request for quotations; interested parties may submit capabilities statements by February 27, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves critical support for advanced custom craniofacial solutions and precision medical device technology. Key services include:
- Engineering, design, risk management, verification, validation, quality documentation, and design transfer support for 3D Printed PEEK Cranial Implants.
- Engineering, design, risk management, verification, validation, quality documentation, and design transfer support for 3D Printed Customized Titanium Ridge Augmentation Matrix (CTRAM).
- All services must align with FDA regulations and WRNMMC's internal processes.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP).
- Period of Performance: One (1) 12-month Base Period (02/24/2026 - 02/23/2027) and one (1) 12-month Option Period (02/24/2027 - 02/23/2028).
- Funding Type: OEM.
- Response Due: February 27, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST.
- Published Date: February 19, 2026.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This is a sole source acquisition under the statutory authority of FAR 6.103-1(b)(c)(i), which permits other than full and open competition when only one responsible source can satisfy agency requirements. No traditional set-aside applies.
Additional Notes
WRNMMC possesses a mature in-house 3D medical printing capability. 3D Systems Healthcare is identified as the sole source due to its unique technical capabilities, proprietary software, and licensed technologies essential for this requirement. Transitioning to an alternate source would involve substantial duplication of effort, extended timelines, and unacceptable clinical risk, potentially disrupting patient care. A determination by the Government not to compete this action based on responses to this notice is solely at their discretion.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Tanzania Robinson (tanzania.m.robinson.civ@health.mil)