--(2)each, Revco Ultima II Super Insulation 86C Upright Ultra-Low Temperature Freezer, 25 cu ft., (1) each, Freezer Inventory System 24.4 cu ft., 30 racks, 360 total boxes and (100 cell) dividers,

The U.S. Army's Natick Contracting Division, acting on behalf of the United States Army Soldier System Center, plans to negotiate and award a purchase order to VWR International, LLC for specialized medical equipment intended to support cancer research. The equipment will be utilized by the Naval Health Research Center at the Pennsylvania State Cancer Institute, specifically at the College of Medicine. The purchase includes two Revco Ultima II Super Insulation 86C upright ultra-low temperature freezers with a capacity of 25 cubic feet each, a 24.4 cubic foot freezer inventory system equipped with 30 racks and a total of 360 boxes accompanied by 100 cell dividers to accommodate up to 36,000 vials, and multiple cases of cryogenic vials in two sizes (2mL and 4mL) designed with silicone O-ring seals and internal threads for secure sample storage. This contract falls under the authority of FAR 13.5 and aims to equip the research facility with high-quality cold storage solutions critical for preserving cancer research samples. The solicitation was posted on December 2, 2008, with the synopsis expiring on December 8, 2008. Questions regarding this procurement are directed to Mr. Greg Wilson at the Natick Contracting Division. The acquisition supports the Department of Defense's efforts in medical research infrastructure and logistics, classified under NAICS code 423740, relating to medical, dental, and hospital equipment and supplies merchant wholesalers.