Notice to Intent to Sole Source - Surgical Supplies
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 National Institute of Health, Clinical Center (NIH-CC) has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for urgent surgical supplies. This is not a Request for Proposal. NIH-CC intends to negotiate with JOHNSON & JOHNSON HEALTH CARE SYSTEM for these critical items. Other responsible sources may submit capability statements by February 7, 2026, for consideration.
Scope of Requirement
This requirement is for specific surgical supplies, including:
- Surgicel 2in x 14in Absorbable Hemostat (oxidized regenerated cellulose), 1951S
- Surgicel Fibrillar 4inX4in (10.2CMX10.2CM), 1963
These products are for emergency needs at the NIH Clinical Center. The estimated value is not to exceed $34,807.80, excluding shipping costs.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Notice of Intent to Sole Source)
- Intended Awardee: JOHNSON & JOHNSON HEALTH CARE SYSTEM
- Estimated Value: Not to exceed $34,807.80
- Required Delivery: By February 19, 2026
- Justification: Urgency due to impact on patient care; statutory authority 41 U.S.C. 253(c)(1) as implemented by FAR 6.302-1 (only one responsible source).
- Published: February 4, 2026
Submission Details
All responsible sources that believe they can provide the required supplies may submit a capability statement. These statements will be considered by the Government.
- Submission Deadline: 12:00 PM Eastern Standard Time on February 7, 2026
- Submission Method: Email to valerie.gregorio@nih.gov
- Email Subject Line: Must reference 26-002571
A determination not to compete this requirement, based upon responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the Government.