Notice of Intent to Sole Source to Leica Microsystems

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention intends to award a sole source firm fixed price purchase order to Leica Microsystems for Preventative Maintenance Service Contract for CM1950 Cryostat. The equipment is unique to Leica and operates under specific software programs from Leica. This platform is approved by the FDA for patient monitoring of HIV-1 viral loads. Therefore, Leica is the only vendor that can provide the service. No other vendor has access and can provide support.

This contract action is for supplies or services for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b) (SAP) 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 three (3) 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 correspondence shall be directed to the Contracting Specialist , Keith Boulware at qlb5@cdc.gov NLT 2 pm EST on 6 July 2020. No telephonic quotes or inquires will be accepted.