66--DASGIP Parallel Bioreactor Upgrades & Database Update

The U.S. Army Contracting Command at Aberdeen Proving Grounds, through the Natick Contracting Division, plans to award a firm fixed price contract for upgrades to the DASGIP Parallel Bioreactor components and associated database modifications. This contract will be awarded to Eppendorf North America, located in Hauppauge, NY, as the sole responsible source due to their proprietary ownership of the database software and unique expertise essential for the successful completion of the upgrade. Although other responsible sources may submit bids or proposals, the specialized nature of the work positions Eppendorf as the primary contractor. The contract, identified by solicitation number 0010654701, falls under the NAICS code 541990 and the SIC code 7389, relating to scientific research and development services. The contracting effort is managed by the Department of Defense's W6QK Account at CCDC STTC, with administrative oversight handled out of Orlando, FL. Interested parties were given the opportunity to direct inquiries to Contract Specialist Robert Marchetta by May 6, 2015. This procurement facilitates critical updates to military research equipment, ensuring the biomedical technology used by the Natick Soldier RD&E Center remains current and operational.