FAR 13 Single Source_signed.pdf
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This document is a Limited Source/Brand Name Justification under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) for a single award fixed-price contract for a Glissando Slide Scanner with 20 slide capacity from the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS).
The justification outlines the agency's requirement for an all-in-one polarizing plus brightfield slide scanner with automatic tissue detection, high-resolution z-stacked imaging, batch processing, and a compact benchtop design. The Glissando Slide Scanner distributed by Meyer Instruments is identified as the sole source that meets these requirements. The estimated price for the scanner, installation, and training is $70,395. Meyer Instruments is recommended as the vendor for this purchase. This procurement will be a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 423450 with a 200 employee size standard.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Limited Source/Brand Name Justification
FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) – Simplified Acquisitions
Control No. (if applicable) ______________________
1. Identification of the agency and the contracting activity.
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
American Recovery Program Priority USDA-ARS-S&T
USDA-APHIS-ASD-SCB
4700 RIVER ROAD
Unit 45
RIVERDALE MD 20737
2. Description of supply or service required to meet the agency’s needs.
one slide scanner with the following specifications. An all-in-one polarizing plus brightfield slide scanner with the following capabilities: (1) automatically detect tissues on the slide, (2) automatically generate high resolution z-stacked images of the complete specimen, and (3) process batches of slides,
(4) be small enough for benchtop applications.
3. The rationale or circumstances for limiting competition.
The Glissando Slide Scanner with 20 Slide Handler distributed by Meyer Instruments uniquely fits our needs. The system handles batches of 20 standard size (25mm x 75mm) slides. The 2048 x 2048 pixel camera sensor allows for resolution of up to .5um. The system has automatic tissue detection and region definition, fast tiling technology with predictive focus, and focus stack capabilities. The physical dimensions are 320mm (W0 x 297mm (H) x 447m (D) making it optimal for benchtop usage. The system can also read and scan barcodes for easy vouchering and digitization of slides.
4. A description of the market research conducted and the results or a statement of the reason market research was not conducted.
The Glissando Slide Scanner with 20 Slide Handler distributed by Meyer Instruments uniquely fits our needs. The system handles batches of 20 standard size (25mm x 75mm) slides. The 2048 x 2048 pixel camera sensor allows for resolution of up to .5um. The system has automatic tissue detection and region definition, fast tiling technology with predictive focus, and focus stack capabilities. The physical dimensions are 320mm (W0 x 297mm (H) x 447m (D) making it optimal for benchtop usage. The system can also read and scan barcodes for easy vouchering and digitization of slides.
5. Estimated price, including all options, if applicable.
Meyer Instruments, Inc. submitted a quote for $70,395.00 which includes the cost of Scanner, installation and training.
6. Recommended source(s).
Meyer Instruments, Inc.is the recommended vendor for this purchase.
Certifications
Supporting data that is the responsibility of technical or requirements personnel and which form the basis for this justification are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.
Kojun Kanda
Biological Scientist
The information contained in this justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief and in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation 13.106-1(b)(1), I hereby determine the circumstances described above deem only one source, or limited sources, reasonably available and competition is precluded for the reasons indicated in this document.
Linda W. Washington
Contracting Officer
| 2024-04-04T20:46:22-0400 | |
| Linda W. Washington |
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