Potentiostat

The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL), operating under the Department of the Navy Secretary of the Navy Office of Naval Research, has published a Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source contract for potentiostat equipment. This special notice specifically indicates the government's intention to award a purchase order to GAMRY INSTRUMENTS for a 3000 Potentiostat and 5000E Potentiostat Interface. The procurement falls under NAICS code 334516 for Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing with a size standard of 1000 employees, and utilizes Federal Supply Code 6640 for Laboratory Equipment and Supplies. The acquisition will be conducted using Simplified Acquisition Procedures under FAR Part 13.106-1(b) for purchases not exceeding $250,000. This notice is set aside for Total Small Business participation and was posted on July 28, 2025.

The primary purpose of this notice is to inform potential contractors that the government intends to make a sole source award, as only one responsible source can satisfy the agency's specific requirements. Interested parties have fifteen calendar days from the publication date (until July 31, 2025) to identify their interests and demonstrate their capability to respond to this requirement. Any response must provide clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the government, as this notice is not a request for competitive proposals or solicitation for offers. The government will consider received information solely to determine whether to conduct a competitive procurement, with the final decision remaining at the government's discretion. Contractors should direct correspondence to Richard Key at richard.a.key2.civ@us.navy.mil, referencing the Notice of Intent number in all communications. No reimbursement will be provided for costs associated with providing capability information.