Notice of Intent to Sole Source
Closed Special Notice Posted
- Solicitation number
- N6817126QN058
- Agency
-
Naval Supply Systems Command
Department of the Navy, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 334516 Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
- PSC
- 6640 Laboratory Equipment And Supplies
- Place of performance
- Italy
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of the Navy Naval Supply Systems Command issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source a Kilobaser One XT DNA/RNA synthesizer and sustainment components for the Naval Medical Research Unit Europe Africa Central Command, with a protest deadline of July 15, 2026.
The requirement calls for on-demand DNA and RNA synthesis capability with fully integrated workflow encompassing sample preparation, sequencing, and primary data analysis. The equipment must feature a compact benchtop design suitable for deployment in austere environments with limited infrastructure and operate both with and without internet connectivity. The contracting officer determined that only Kilobaser Corporation satisfies the agency's requirements. The sole source rationale centers on NAMRU-EAC's forward-deployed biosurveillance mission across Europe, Africa, and Central Command. The Kilobaser One XT's independent offline synthesis capacity and portability eliminate reliance on external vendors during outbreak response while maintaining data security by enabling sensitive research to remain in-house. Market research confirmed competing brands exist but do not meet requirements, as alternatives are heavier, more complex lab-based systems requiring vacuum cabinets and fixed infrastructure unsuitable for field deployment. The procurement is conducted under FAR 12.102 and 6.103-1 authority for sole source acquisitions at or below the simplified acquisition threshold.
Notice text
Requirement is for DNA/RNA synthesizer: On-demand synthesis capability. Must enable in-house synthesis of DNA/RNA. Fully integrated workflow, to include sample preparation, sequencing, primary data analysis. Compact benchtop design suitable for deployment with limited space and infrastructure. Operates both with and without internet connection.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| 1.04a Sole Source Memorandum_Redacted.pdf |
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