Illumina Single Source_Brand Name Determination_Redacted.pdf

This is a Single Source Determination document using Simplified Acquisition Procedures for a federal contract action (143041-26-0145) by the Department of Commerce, Fisheries OMB Field Delegates and Fisheries Science Center in Seattle, Washington.

The requisition seeks sequencing reagents and supplies for Illumina i100 and i100 Plus sequencing platforms, along with training for laboratory personnel. The supplies are necessary to support mission-critical research in molecular genetics, forensics, and conservation of marine and anadromous species. NOAA's Northwest Fisheries Science Center requires these Illumina-specific kits and reagents, which are not available through alternative manufacturers. The contract runs for four months with two ordering periods from September 1, 2026 to December 1, 2026. Training will be provided by the original manufacturer (Illumina, Inc.) for four trainees at an estimated cost of $15,000 for two training sessions; the total estimated value for all reagents and supplies is redacted but constitutes the full contract value.

The single source justification identifies Illumina, Inc. (www.illumina.com, POC: Mike Chu, mchu@illumina.com, CAGE Code: 1WCS2, Unique Entity ID: MW3CRWNAAF3) as the sole qualified source due to compatibility with existing i100/i100 Plus sequencing systems and the manufacturer's exclusive production of both the sequencers and their required consumables. Market research confirmed no alternative vendors offer compatible supplies or training services for these specialized platforms.