N66001-25-Q-6397 - Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source to BIORAD Laboratories
Closed Special Notice Posted
- Solicitation number
- N66001-25-Q-6397
- Agency
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Naval Information Warfare Systems Command
Department of the Navy, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 325413 In-Vitro Diagnostic Substance Manufacturing
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific (NIWC Pacific), under the Department of the Navy, has issued a Notice of Intent to Award a sole source contract to BIORAD Laboratories for specialized laboratory equipment. The notice, designated N66001-25-Q-6397, announces the Navy's intention to procure a complete QX600 Auto DG Droplet Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) System and associated components on a noncompetitive basis. The procurement includes 14 distinct items ranging from the main QX600 AutoDG Droplet PCR unit to various consumables, accessories, and support equipment necessary for the system's operation. This acquisition falls under the Medical Imaging Equipment and Supplies category and involves in-vitro diagnostic substance manufacturing capabilities. The contract will be structured as a commercial, firm-fixed-price purchase order.
The purpose of this sole source award is to acquire a specialized ddPCR system that BIORAD Laboratories is uniquely positioned to provide, as they are identified as the only capable source for these specific products. Interested parties have until September 17, 2025, to respond to this notice, though the government retains full discretion in determining whether to proceed with the sole source award based on any responses received. No set-aside provisions apply to this procurement opportunity, making it open to all contractors who believe they can provide equivalent capabilities. The notice serves as a market research tool, allowing the government to identify any potential alternative sources while maintaining its stated intention to award to BIORAD Laboratories. Contractors seeking to challenge the sole source determination must demonstrate their ability to provide the exact specifications and capabilities required for this advanced PCR system and its complete ecosystem of components.
Notice text
N66001-25-Q-6397- Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source to BIORAD LaboratoriesThe Department of the Navy, Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific (NIWC Pacific) hereby publicizes its intention to solicit, negotiate, and award a Commercial, Firm-Fixed-Price purchase order on a noncompetitive basis with BIORAD. The requirement is for the purchase of the following:Item 0001:QX600 AutoDG Droplet PCRManufacturer: BIORAD LaboratoriesP/N: 17008371QTY: 1Item 0002:QX600 Digital Cover ServiceManufacturer: BIORAD LaboratoriesP/N: 11001879QTY: 1Item 0003:PXl PCR Plate Sealer Manufacturer: BIORAD LaboratoriesP/N: 1814000QTY: 1Item 0004:PTC Tempo Deepwell Thermal Cycler Manufacturer: BIORAD Laboratories P/N: 12015392QTY: 1Item 0005:ddPCR PC COMPUTER Manufacturer: BIORAD Laboratories P/N: 12017894QTY: 1Item 0006:ddPCR Supermix for Probes Manufacturer: BIORAD Laboratories P/N: 1863024QTY: 1Item 0007:ddPCR Buffer Control for Probes Manufacturer: BIORAD Laboratories P/N: 1863052QTY: 1Item 0008:ddPCR? 96-Well PlatesManufacturer: BIORAD Laboratories P/N: 12001925QTY: 1Item 0009:PCR Plate Heat Seal, foil, pierceableManufacturer: BIORAD Laboratories P/N: 1814040QTY: 1Item 0010:Automated Droplet Generation Oil for Probes Manufacturer: BIORAD Laboratories P/N: 1864110QTY: 1Item 0011:ddPCR? Droplet Reader Oil Manufacturer: BIORAD Laboratories P/N: 1863004QTY: 1Item 0012:DG32 Automated Droplet Generator CartridgesManufacturer: BIORAD Laboratories P/N: 1864108QTY: 1Item 0013:Pipet Tips for the AutoDG System Manufacturer: BIORAD Laboratories P/N: 1864120QTY: 1Item 0014:Pipet Tip Waste Bins for the AutoDG SystemManufacturer: BIORAD Laboratories P/N: 1864125QTY: 1The above items include BIORAD?s commercially available QX600 Auto DG Droplet Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)(ddPCR) System. BIORAD is the only capable source who can provide the required products.A determination by the government not to compete based upon responses to this notice is solely at the discretion of the government. However, all responsible sources may submit a bid, proposal, or quotation which shall be considered by the agency. The applicable NAICS Code is 32541 and the business size standard is 1250 employees. The point of contact for this announcement is Andrew Cornwell at andrew.d.cornwell.civ@us.navy.mil.Be advised that the aforementioned information is anticipatory in nature and is not binding. A copy of the Request for Quote will be made available upon request. Any comments, questions or concerns regarding this notice may be submitted via e-mail to Andrew Cornwell at andrew.d.cornwell.civ@us.navy.mil by 17 SEP 2025 at 1200 PST. Questions by phone or fax will not be considered.
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