Sole Source Notification - Ellie FPA Brucellosis Kits

The University of Wyoming's Procurement and Payment Services is seeking alternative suppliers for Ellie FPA Brucellosis Kits through a Sole Source Notification for the Wyoming State Veterinary Laboratory. This procurement is specifically focused on specialized diagnostic test kits used for USDA Brucellosis case testing and research, particularly in response to an increase in brucellosis positive tests in the state's Designated Surveillance Area (DSA). Interested parties are required to submit a comprehensive Statement of Capabilities that demonstrates their ability to meet the specialized testing kit specifications. Electronic submissions must be received through BidNet's electronic solicitation portal by 2:00 PM Mountain Time on July 28, 2025. The University will evaluate potential alternative suppliers based on quality, performance, and pricing, with the primary objective of ensuring continued access to high-quality diagnostic testing capabilities for brucellosis research and monitoring.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. Ellie LLC is currently identified as the primary vendor, having worked with the University for several years and being considered the sole provider of these specialized kits. While no specific budget range is disclosed, the procurement appears to be focused on maintaining critical laboratory testing capabilities. Potential respondents must carefully package and explicitly mark any confidential or proprietary information included in their Statement of Capabilities. The University reserves the right to be the sole judge in evaluating alternative suppliers, with the ultimate goal of ensuring continued access to high-quality brucellosis testing kits for the Wyoming State Veterinary Laboratory. The procurement covers Albany County and is part of the broader Wyoming state government's scientific research and veterinary monitoring efforts.