FDA-NOI-1223067.doc

FDA-Sole Source-1223067 MiSeq Preventative Maintenance Service Agreements

The Food and Drug Administration intends to make a sole source award for MiSeq Silver Support Plan for 4 instruments. The award will be made to:

Illumina, Inc.

5200 Illumina Way

San Diego, CA 92122

In accordance with FAR 6.302-1, Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.

FDA requires four (4) Preventative Maintenance Agreements for Illumina MiSeq Machines which need to be maintained in a manner that does not void the warranty provided by the manufacturing company. The sequencers need to perform at optimum specifications to ensure that all data generated is consistent and of high enough qualify to resolve outbreaks of foodborne disease. Illumina technicians are the only technicians qualified and authorized to service/repair Illumina MiSeq Machines.

This notice of intent is not a request for competitive quotes. However, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement within five (5) days after the publication of this synopsis which shall be considered by the agency. Responses received after 5 days or without the required information may not be considered. For information concerning this acquisition contact:

Christine Russman

Contract Specialist

Christine.Russman@fda.hhs.gov

(301) 796 - 7841

A determination by the Government not to compete because of information received is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will normally be considered solely for determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement.

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