Agilent QPCR System

The AgIn accordance with FAR subpart 6.302-1(c) (ii), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) intends to issue a sole purchase order for Agilent Mx3005P QPCR system manufactured by Bio-Rad Laboratories in Hercules, CA. The Agilent Mx3005P QPCR system uses a Tungsten Halogen lamp versus LEDs for the BioRad CFX96 which requires more maintenance and energy to operate. All of the diagnostics test are already developed and validated using the BioRad platform, and changing platforms would significantly compromise the studies. It is necessary and beneficial to be consistent in research studies to use the same equipment that allows multiple applications and easy validation for adjustments to the experiments. It is the understanding of the Government that an award to any other source would cause unacceptable delays in meeting the requirements of the Government. Interested parties who feel that they possess the capabilities to provide the services described above should submit a capability statement demonstrating their abilities to provide the services. The information received in response to this notice will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct a competitive requirement. Please send your documentation to Deborah Workman by fax (770) 488-2868, or email to [email protected]. Documentation should be received within fifteen (15) days after the date of publication of this synopsis to be considered by CDC. A determination by the CDC not to compete this proposed contract, based upon responses to this notification, is solely within discretion of the government.