Notice of Intent to Sole Source - Laboratory Testing Services of Frozen Samples Analysis at MEDDAC-J, Camp Zama, Japan

The Department of the Air Force Pacific Air Forces has issued a Special Notice announcing its intent to award a sole source contract to BML, INC. for laboratory testing services of frozen samples analysis at MEDDAC-J, Camp Zama, Japan. The 374th Contracting Squadron at Yokota Air Base is managing this procurement for laboratory testing services that will support U.S. Army MEDDAC-Japan operations. The contract requires the provision of all necessary personnel, supervision, management, tools, equipment, transportation, materials, and services to perform comprehensive laboratory testing of frozen samples in accordance with applicable Japanese law and U.S. Army regulations. The services must include daily sample collection Monday through Friday during designated hours, with specific time-sensitive requirements such as beginning QuantiFERON test analysis within 16 hours of sample collection.

The purpose of this sole source procurement is to secure specialized laboratory testing services that meet stringent medical and regulatory standards for military healthcare operations in Japan. Interested contractors have until August 14, 2025, at 1400 hours Japanese Standard Time to submit written documentation demonstrating their ability to provide the required services, though this is not a competitive solicitation. Eligible contractors must possess demonstrated knowledge and certifications including ISO15189, CAP (College of American Pathologists), and Privacy Mark accreditation, with technicians who are fully trained and experienced in laboratory sample testing. The contractor's designated representative must have a minimum of one year of experience in maintaining the specified services, and all work must be performed in compliance with the extensive list of laboratory tests detailed in the attached bilingual Japanese-English reference guide covering multiple medical specialties from microbiology to molecular diagnostics.