Sole.Source.Micro.Resp.System_Redacted.pdf

This document is a Special Notice from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Western Acquisition Division. NOAA intends to procure a specialized micro-respirometry system from Loligo Systems on a sole source basis. The objective is to acquire scientific equipment needed by the National Marine Fisheries Service Laboratory to measure oxygen respiration in various sizes of marine larval bivalves and finfish. NOAA has determined that Loligo Systems is the only manufacturer capable of providing the required system that is compatible with the agency's existing equipment. The Loligo micro-respirometry system is essential due to its ability to handle a variety of sample sizes, provide precise measurements, and function in seawater environments. NOAA is not requesting competitive proposals at this time, but firms that believe they can fully meet the requirements may submit capability statements by June 10th for consideration. A determination to conduct a competitive procurement will be at the sole discretion of the government.