Model 2550 Cryo Tomography Holder

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), Division of Applied Research and Technology (DART), intends to award a sole source firm fixed price purchase order to E.A.Fischione Instruments, Inc., as the only known vendor to provide a holder that is compatible with current Fischione pumping station, Model 1020 plasma cleaner. This combination TEM (transmission electron microscope) holder provides sample protection during observation in the TEM for normal analysis and while performing a tomographic series acquisition. This contract is for supplies/services for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b) and 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1). Interested persons may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit proposals.

This notice of intent is not a request for competitive quotations; however, all quotations/responses received within seven (7) days of the issuance of this notice will be considered by the Government. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Any quotation/response should reference 2014-72910 and be emailed to Denise L. Rains @ Drains@CDC.GOV by June 19, 2014 - 12:00 p.m. PDT.