FAR 13 Single Source Justification redacted.pdf

This single source justification document proposes awarding a sole source contract to Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc. for the procurement of Droplet Digital PCR systems. The Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Marketing and Regulatory Programs Business Services intends to award this noncompetitive contract due to Bio-Rad being the only manufacturer that can meet the agency's requirements. Specifically, the agency requires Droplet Digital PCR technology for plant pest detection and diagnostics work, and Bio-Rad's QX200 and QX100 Droplet Digital PCR systems are the only products on the market that can satisfy the agency's need for sensitivity, precision, and validated assay performance. The justification provides analysis of Bio-Rad's unique capabilities and advantages over alternative technologies for the intended use. The proposed sole source award would be for an initial one year base period with four one-year options to extend.