Illumina Extended Warranty Service Contract

ARS intends to award a one year purchase order on a sole source basis, for the Department of Agriculture, Agriculture Research Service (ARS) for an Extended Warranty Service Contract, for the Genome Analyzer and the Cluster Station to Illumina. Illumina is the only commercial provider of services for the Genome Analyzer and the Cluster Station, instruments and is the sole manufacturer and owner of patented technology contained within certain parts and processes used by these instruments. Illumina is the only company that can service these instruments and maintain their certification status. Maintenance by any other party would void the warranty. This synopsis is for notification purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation for quotes. Anticipated award date is April 30, 2010.