JustificationApproval_SHOP-PR-26-000685_Sam.gov.pdf

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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION

3500XL HID Genetic Analyzer Instrument

Requisition Number: SHOP-PR-26-000685

Division(s): Laboratory Division

Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition

Nature and/or description of the action being approved

The Federal Bureau of Investigation's LABORATORY DIVISION requires the following product(s)/service(s):

Lab Supplies

In support of processing known reference samples of convicted offenders, arrestees, and detainees, as well as for processing case work evidence and research samples.

Contract Type

New contract/agreement; Firm Fixed Price

Statutory authority permitting restricted (other than full and open) competition

The Federal Bureau of Investigation’s selected statutory authority which permits restricted (other than full and open) competition for this requirement is listed below.

41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1), FAR 6.103-1 — Only One Responsible Source (Brand Name Specification)

Unique qualifications of the proposed contractor or the nature of the action requiring the use of the authority

The Federal Bureau of Investigation’s qualification of the selected statutory authority which permits restricted (other than full and open) competition for this requirement is stated below.

41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1), FAR 6.103-1 — Only One Responsible Source (Brand Name Specification)

Unique qualification(s) application:

There is a reasonable basis to conclude that the agency’s minimum needs can only be satisfied by unique supplies or services available from only one source or only one supplier with unique capabilities.

Unique qualification(s) details:

The FDDU currently utilizes validated Thermo Fisher Scientific/Life Technologies 3500XL Genetic Analyzer instruments.

Research and validation for the processing of database samples that are placed in CODIS has been completed on the current in-house 3500XL instruments. From the information the FBI has gathered, Thermo Fisher Scientific/Life Technologies is the sole manufacturer and distributor of the Applied Biosystems 3500XL HID Genetic Analyzers. The 3500XL Genetic Analyzers and associated software contain a dedicated computer that is customized to operate the system and is compatible with Thermo Fisher Scientific/Life Technologies' software. The computers attached to these systems are imaged specifically for Thermo Fisher Scientific/Life Technologies and are not available from another source. The 3500XL Genetic Analyzers are the only commercially available 4, 8, and 24 capillary systems that have been validated according to SWGDAM guidelines to analyze DNA samples for the purpose of Human Identification. In addition, Thermo Fisher Scientific/Life Technologies is the sole distributor of the consumables including, but not limited to, capillaries, cartridges, chips, polymer, buffers, size standards and replacement parts.

Only Thermo Fisher Scientific/Life Technologies factory trained, and certified engineers are authorized to service these

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Description of efforts made to ensure that offers are solicited from as many potential sources as is practicable

The Federal Bureau of Investigation’s efforts made to solicit offers among as many sources as practicable is described below.

Sources Sought Notice via SAM.gov (or otherwise)

The FBI will publicize the notice of intent to award a sole-source contract on the SAM.gov website. This announcement will give an opportunity for other vendors to demonstrate their ability to meet the FBI's needs through a submission of technical capabilities and cost information.

Anticipated dollar value of the proposed acquisition and determination by the contracting officer that the anticipated cost to the government will be fair and reasonable

The Federal Bureau of Investigation's methodology which supports the determination of fair and reasonable cost to the Government is provided below.

Cost/Price Analysis

Prior to issuing an award, the Contracting Officer will determine that the proposed price is fair and reasonable in accordance with FAR 13.106-3.

Description of the market research conducted and the results

The Federal Bureau of Investigation’s description of the market research technique(s) it employed to determine the necessity of restricted (other than full and open) competition is provided below.

Contacting knowledgeable individuals in Government and industry regarding market capabilities to meet requirements.

Discussions with the Lab SME regarding the instrument usage. No other instrument is available that will work with the Thermo Fisher Scientific/Life Technologies reagents, consumables, and software that significantly improves the ease of use and application efficiencies. The 3500xL has a throughput of 300 samples a day with an injection time of 30 minutes for 24 capillaries; additionally, the reagents are pre-packaged which increases efficiency by saving hours of reagent preparation work. Market research determined that the Genetic Analyzers and the associated software contain a dedicated computer that is customized to operate the system and is compatible with the manufacturer’s software. The computers attached to these systems are imaged specifically for Thermo Fisher Scientific/Life Technologies and are not available from another source. The market research also concluded the Thermo Fisher Scientific/Life Technologies Genetic Analyzers are the only commercially available 4, 8, and 24 capillary systems that have been validated according to SWGDAM guidelines to analyze DNA samples for the purpose of Human Identification. In addition, Thermo Fisher Scientific/Life Technologies is the sole manufacturer/distributor of the validated system consumables including capillaries, cartridges, chips, polymer, buffers, size standards, and replacement parts. Due to the technical nature of these products and because they are sole manufacturer of these highly unique instruments, the recommended source for the purchase is Thermo Fisher Scientific/Life Technologies Corporation.

Other facts supporting the use of restricted (other than full and open) competition

The Federal Bureau of Investigation’s description of additional facts which support the use of restricted (other than full and open) competition is provided below.

If FDDU does not acquire the 3500xL Genetic Analyzers for Human Identification, it will cost the Laboratory Division time and money. Without these products, the FDDU will use more reagents and have increased downtime, which will negatively affect the unit’s ability to process the high quantity of samples being submitted to the laboratory.

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Listing of any sources that expressed a written interest in the acquisition

The Federal Bureau of Investigation’s listing of interested sources is provided below.

This requirement was not publicly synopsized. As such, no other sources have expressed an oral or written interest.

Statement of any actions the agency may take to remove or overcome any barriers to competition if subsequent acquisitions are anticipated

The Federal Bureau of Investigation’s planned and/or executed actions to remove or overcome competitive barriers for subsequent acquisitions are described below.

Other

The FBI will publicize a notice of intent on SAM.gov. The FBI will continue to conduct market research available through industry shows and technology releases in the form of papers and journals. This will be used to identify potential sources for subsequent acquisitions. If potential sources are identified, they will be required to submit to compatibility and validation testing, which the FBI continues to conduct subject to resource limitations. The initial compatibility study is to ensure that the FBI Laboratories robotic systems, which are a substantial capital investment for the Federal Government, are compatible with the offeror's solution. The second study is to validate the science, equipment, and materials behind the offeror’s technology. The FBI Laboratory holds itself to the highest standards within the forensic community and ensures that any technology used is proven, tested technology.

Description of the products and/or services required to meet the agency’s needs

The Federal Bureau of Investigation’s description of the requirement which meets its needs is listed below.

Products

Base Period: 2026-01-30 to 2026-03-31

Primary Items

Quantity Unit Price Line Total

3500 XL HID Genetic Analyzer & installation kits

1 Each

Item ID: PRSX001550

Manufacturer: Life Technologies Corporation

Make: AB 3500XL HID Genetic Analyzer

Model:

Part Number:

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SKU 4406016 3500XL HID Genetic Analyzer SKU A40467 3500XL HID & SEQ Installation Kit 6 DYE SKU 4405777 3500XL HID Install Kit

Products:

Products - Surge:

Base Period Totals:

Services

Base Period: 2026-01-30 to 2026-03-31

Primary Items

Quantity Unit Price Line Total

ADV 3500 Series GA On-Site Training 1 Each

Service Type: UNDEFINED

Item ID: SPSX001411

PartNumber: N/A

Quantity Unit Price Line Total

Shipping & Handling 1 Each

Service Type: UNDEFINED

Item ID: SFEX001110

PartNumber: N/A

Services:

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Base Period Totals:

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Other Direct Costs (ODCs)

This contract will allow for the purchase of services or goods classified as other direct costs (ODC) as identified herein. Any ODCs not documented in advance of contract award will require written approval by the FBI contracting officer (CO) prior to the purchase. Requests for approval must specifically identify the services or goods to be procured and the estimated price of each.

Justification is required for all ODCs that demonstrate that the goods or services to be purchased are in direct support of the contract. Invoices submitted for payment that include ODCs must specifically identify the services or goods purchased and break out in detail the costs associated with the ODCs. Invoices containing ODCs not listed in the contract or identified and approved by the CO in advance of billing will be treated as improper invoices and will not be paid. Similarly, invoices that include ODCs listed in the contract but fail to specifically identify them and elucidate the costs in detail, will be treated as improper and will not be paid.

Base Period: 2026-01-30 to 2026-03-31

Other Direct Costs(ODCs):

Total: