Notice of Intent to Sole Source-Hematology Analyzer Supplies

The Department of the Air Force Global Strike Command, specifically the 341st Medical Group at Malmstrom Air Force Base, has issued a Special Notice of Intent to Sole Source for Hematology Analyzer Supplies. The notice indicates the government's plan to award a contract directly to SYSMEX AMERICA, INC for medical equipment maintenance and supply services. This sole-source determination is based on SYSMEX AMERICA, INC being the exclusive manufacturer of the current hematology analyzer equipment installed in the medical building. The company does not sell its products through third-party distributors, which further justifies the direct procurement approach. The Special Notice was published on April 25, 2025, with a response deadline of May 10, 2025.

The primary objective of this Special Notice is to secure a comprehensive service agreement for hematology analyzer supplies and maintenance that ensures continuous operational capability for the medical facility. Contractors interested in challenging the sole-source determination must submit clear and convincing evidence demonstrating how competition would benefit the government by 6 PM MST on May 9, 2025, to Elizabeth Basu, Contract Administrator. All responsible sources may submit a quotation, capability statement, or proposal for consideration, though the government intends to award the contract to SYSMEX AMERICA, INC without further solicitation if no compelling alternative is presented. The contract encompasses quarterly reagent shipments, mandatory preventive maintenance, on-site and off-site staff training, and a quality control program with specific requirements such as 24/7 service coverage and a 99% operational uptime guarantee. Responses must be submitted via email to elizabeth.basu@us.af.mil, with oral communications explicitly deemed unacceptable.