JOFOC_Redacted.pdf

This document is a Notice of Intent to Sole Source, which indicates that the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) intends to negotiate a sole-source contract with Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc./Life Science Technologies for the Thermo Scientific KingFisher Apex purification system.

The KingFisher Apex is essential for NOAA's Genetics & Evolution Program within the Conservation Biology Division at the Northwest Fisheries Science Center, as it is required for advanced genetic and genomic research supporting marine species conservation efforts. Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc. is the original equipment manufacturer and holds exclusive access to the proprietary components, software, and technical support required for the effective operation and servicing of the system. NOAA has determined that Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc. is the sole entity capable of meeting the specified requirements and objectives. The notice invites firms that believe they can fully meet the government's requirements to submit supporting documentation by September 10, 2024, at 12:00 EST, which will be evaluated to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted.