Zenlens Contact Lensesview on SAM.gov

The purpose of this source sought notice is to conduct market research to determine if responsible sources exist, to assist in determining if this effort can be competitive and/or a total Small Business Set-Aside. The proposed North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code is 339115, Ophthalmic Goods Manufacturing, with a size standard of 1,000. The Government will use this information to determine the best acquisition strategy for this procurement. The Government is interested in all small businesses to include 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, HubZone, and Women-Owned small business concerns. The Medical Readiness Contracting Office - West, Fort Sam Houston, Texas, is seeking potential sources to provide Zenlens Contact Lenses in support of Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC) on Fort Sam Houston, TX. This is not a solicitation. This information is for planning purposes only and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government, implied or otherwise, to issue a solicitation or award a contract. Contractors responding to these sources sought notice are advised their response does not ensure participation in future solicitations or contract awards. The Government will not reimburse any company or individual for any expense associated with preparation or participation in this research. Point of contact is Ms. Gerri Hernandez, Contract Specialist, at geraldine.i.hernandez.civ@health.mil. The solicitation will have all the necessary information required for the preparation and submission of offers. Once the solicitation is posted, interested parties are urged to visit the SAM.gov website frequently for any updates/amendments to any and all documents. BAMC requires a source for medically necessary scleral and other specialty contact lenses. These are not standard-issue lenses; they are custom-designed and manufactured for individual patients to address specific, often complex, ocular conditions. The lenses are essential for patients who require a tailored solution to achieve functional vision and comfort, thereby directly enhancing their quality of life and medical readiness. Salient Characteristics for the Scleral Contact Lenses Scleral Contact Lenses are a type of specialty contacts lenses compatible with the unique requirements of the patients seen at BAMC Optometry clinic for vision corrections that cannot be resolved using standard contact lenses. The following outlines the essential characteristics for Scleral Contact Lenses used at the Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC)'s Optometry Department. 1. Design and Fit The lenses must be larger than the cornea, designed to vault over the cornea and rest on the sclera (the white, tough part of the eye). Each lens must be custom-fitted to the unique shape of the patient's eye to ensure precise alignment, comfort, and optimal performance. 2. Fluid Reservoir The lenses must provide sufficient space between the back of the lens and the cornea to accommodate preservative-free saline s…