1736732_Leica_Micro_Scan_Scope_FL_upgrade.docx

Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition:

Brand Name at or Below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold

Project Title: _______Scanscope FL upgrade______________________________________

I. Identification of the agency and contracting activity

II. Description of the project, and supplies or services required to meet the agency’s needs (including the estimated value) A. Type of action: (check the appropriate box) ☒ New requirement ☐ Follow-on

· Name of the previous contractor(s): ________________________________

· Sequence number, if available: ____________________________________

· Was the initial and any subsequent awards competed? ☐ Yes ☐ No B. AMBIS Sequence number for this requirement: _____1736732_____________ C. Total estimated dollar value of the requirement (including options, if applicable): _$28045.00______________ D. Period of performance, inclusive of options: from _06/25/15__________ to ____06/24/16_ (Approximate POP – actual POP will begin upon installation of computer and software integration with the ScanScope FL. PO will be adjusted to reflect actual POP at that time) E. Project Background The Rocky Mountain Laboratories conducts innovative scientific research on viral agents requiring high or maximum containment (Biosafety Level-2 to Biosafety Level-4). Research studies focus on vector/reservoir transmission, viral ecology, pathogenesis, pathophysiology, and host immune response of these viral pathogens. A significant goal is to develop diagnostics, vaccines, and therapeutics against these agents. The scanning system is used daily to analyze samples and achieve these goals. The current ScanScope FL system works in conjunction with other scanning systems in the lab. The system is currently using an outdated and unsupported operating system which could cause the equipment to fail at any time. Repairs are not possible, instead this upgrade is the only way to esure this equipment stays functional.

F. Description of the supplies/services to be purchased This acquisition is for an upgrade to the existing ScanScope FL. This is comprised of the following:

III. Identification of the statutory authority permitting other than full and open competition (SELECT ONE

☒ 41 USC 3304(a)(1) and FAR Part 6.302-1: Only one responsible source/Brand Name

☐ FAR Part 8.405-6: Federal Supply Schedule (FSS), limited competition/Brand Name

Important Note: The statutory authority listed below will rarely ever be used in NIH. Before selecting this authority, please ensure that you have read and understood the citation and discussed it with the cognizant Contracting Officer.

☐ 41 USC 3304(a)(5) and FAR Part 6.302-2: Authorized or required by statute/Brand Name

IV. Demonstration that the proposed contractor(s) unique qualifications or the nature of the acquisition requires use of the authority cited.

A. Name and address of the proposed contractor(s) Leica Microsystems Inc 1700 Leider Ln Bufalo Grove, IL 60089

Government Scientific Source 12351 Sunrise Valley Drive Reston, Va 20191

Bartels and Stout Inc 22525 SE 64th Pl Ste 160 Issaquah, WA 98027

B. Describe why only the requested brand or brand name feature of the supply/service will meet the government’s needs This upgrade to existing equipment must provide fully compatible OEM software and hardware and OEM parts for recertification. Technicians must be Leica certified. Only Leica Microsystems and their authorized resellers are able to provide these. Failure to use OEM parts, software and certified technicians could result in damage to this equipment. The equipment must be upgraded now because the previous software and computer were based on Windows XP which is an operating system that is no longer supported. Any failure in the existing software would not be repaired and the equipment would become usless until such time as a new operating system and computer could be installed.

V. Determination by the Contracting Officer that the anticipated cost/price to the Government will be fair and reasonable Price reasonableness determination will be included in the acquisition file. Please see award determination tab.

VI. Certification This is to certify that the justification for the proposed acquisition has been reviewed and that to the best of my knowledge and belief the information and/or data provided to support my request (for the requestor) and approval (for the CO) of is accurate and complete.

Requestor Certification Dan Long

5/12/2015

Contracting Officer Approval Lynda L Kieres Supervisory Procurement Analyst

5/12/2015