M-VAC Systems

The Internal Revenue Service intends to award a contract on a sole source basis to V-MAC Systems, Inc. 640 West Sandy Pkwy., Sandy, Utah 84070-6431 for a DNA Collection system for its Center for Science & Design (CSD) (formerly National Forensics Laboratory). This is specialized equipment that “sucks up” DNA. No other possible vendors offering this method were identified. The contractor shall provide: Part # Description Qty SEC 100 SEC (Support Equipment Case) - Field Unit 1 M-Vac 100-Case M-Vac & Sampling Head - Case of 10 3 SRS 1000-Case Sterile Solution - 1 Liter - Case of 10 1 Filter 100-Case Sterile Filter Unit 0.45 μm, 250 mL PES - Case of 12 3 TB 05 SEC Extension Tubing 5 ft 4 TB 10 SEC Extension Tubing 10 ft 1 MVH M-Vac Sampling Harness 1 PF 040 Sterile Pre-Filter, 40 micron 8 PF Shield Pre-filter Vacuum Shield - Non Sterile 3 Equipment Service Equipment Service & Maintenance 1 Delivery is 60 days from award of purchase order. The basis for conducting a sole source acquisition is: 1. M-Vac Systems Inc. is the sole developer and distributor of its products. 2. The M-Vac system allows the examiner to “suck up” the DNA from the entire surface maximizing the CSD’s chances of collecting samples. The CSD deals with microscopic evidence (is unable to see where DNA would be on evidence with the naked eye). This new technology allows the CSD better coverage and thus increases its’ chances of collecting viable samples for DNA analysis. NOTE: THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTES. The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with M-VAC Systems, Inc. and will assess any capability packages submitted off this notice of intent. Should the Government determine sufficient, qualified small business firms are not available to meet this need, the Government will proceed with conducting a sole source procurement. Qualifying sources must be able to meet the requirements specified herein. Interested/qualified parties may identify the firm’s interest and capability to meet this need by submitting a response to this notice to Lori Bertolino at [email protected] by no later than 12:00 pm MST, September 2, 2022.