65--Notice of Intent to Sole Source

The Southern Regional Contracting Office plans to issue a sole source contract around January 25, 2013, to Diagnostica Stago, located in Parsippany, NJ, for the procurement of various reagents and disposables specifically designed for use with STA-R Evolution analyzers at the San Antonio Military Medical Center in Fort Sam Houston, Texas. This contract is intended to cover the period from February 1, 2013, through September 30, 2013, with an option to extend for an additional twelve months if exercised. Although this notice is not a solicitation or request for quotes, interested and responsible vendors are encouraged to submit capability statements, proposals, or quotations by 4:00 PM CST on January 25, 2013, which will be considered by the agency. Performance will take place at the San Antonio Military Medical Center, and the contracting office managing this procurement is located at Fort Sam Houston, TX. Points of contact for this procurement include David Zertuche, the Contracting Officer, and Scott Barr, the Contract Specialist, both reachable via phone and email for inquiries related to the contract. The contract is categorized under NAICS code 325413, relating to the manufacture of pharmaceutical and medicine products, reflecting the specialized nature of the reagents and disposables required. This sole source intent highlights the unique capabilities or proprietary nature of the products provided by Diagnostica Stago, supporting critical medical operations at the military medical center.