65--HIGH RISK HPV DNA TEST KITS

The Southern Regional Contracting Office plans to award a sole source contract to Qiagen, Inc. for the acquisition of hc2 High-Risk HPV DNA Test Kits, which are essential for use at the San Antonio Military Medical Center (SAMMC) at Fort Sam Houston, Texas. These test kits are the only FDA-approved diagnostic tools for detecting the human papillomavirus and are specifically authorized for use alongside the Pap test as a primary screening method for cervical cancer in women aged 30 and older. The contract is not currently open for quotes or offers, but interested and capable vendors may submit capabilities statements or proposals by the deadline of May 29, 2013, at 12:00 PM CST for consideration. Key points include the contract's solicitation number W81K0013Q00018, with a designated point of contact for inquiries or submissions being Troy Davis and Gloria Moreno, both reachable at the provided military email addresses and phone numbers. The performance location is strictly at SAMMC in Texas, and the acquisition falls under the NAICS code 325413, which covers pharmaceutical and medicine manufacturing. This sole source procurement underscores the military medical facility's reliance on Qiagen's unique and FDA-approved testing technology for ongoing cervical cancer screening programs.