GeneMapper Software Upgrade

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) intends to negotiate on a sole source basis with Applied Biosystems, 850 Lincoln Centre Drive, Foster City, CA 94404 to upgrade its software from GeneMapper ID to GeneMapper ID-X. Applied Biosystems shall provide twenty-one (21) full versions of the GeneMapper ID-X software and four (4) client licenses. The GeneMapper ID-X software incorporates expert system functionality in addition to the features found in GeneMapper ID. Based on extensive market research conducted with knowledgeable individuals in Government and the related industry, only Applied Biosystems can provide the requested software. This Notice of Intent is not a request for competitive quotations, however interested parties may identify their interests and capability to respond to this requirement or submit quotes to this office by 9:00 AM, EST, Monday, August 25, 2008, via facsimile to the attention of Ms. Rhonda P. Williams, Contract Specialist, at (703) 632-8480 or by e-mail at [email protected]. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. This contract will be awarded in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation, Part 15. All contractors anticipating award, must be registered in the Central Contractor Registration Database.