65--Notice of Intent for Sole Source for Vitek 2 Compact 30 Workstation/PC Maintenance

The U.S. Army Medical Command, through its Western Regional Contracting Office in Tacoma, Washington, plans to award a sole source contract valued at $37,604 to Biomerieux Inc. for maintenance services of the Vitek 2 Compact 30 Workstation/PC at General Leonard Wood Army Community Hospital in Missouri. This equipment is crucial for daily laboratory operations, as it identifies pathogenic microorganisms and determines antibiotic susceptibility. The contract will be executed under Simplified Acquisition Procedures, in accordance with FAR Part 13, specifically Subpart 13.106-1(b)(1), allowing for a sole source procurement without a formal solicitation. Although this notice is not a request for proposals and no solicitation will be issued, other companies that believe they can supply equivalent products are invited to submit supporting documentation demonstrating product capabilities and specifications within three calendar days from the notice date. These submissions will be considered for future procurement opportunities. All responses must be directed via email to the Purchasing Agent, Ms. Ruby Mejias, with no telephone or fax inquiries accepted. The contract falls under the NAICS code 325413, which relates to pharmaceutical preparation manufacturing.