66 -- Instruments & Laboratory Equipment

The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) intends to negotiate on a sole source basis with Techniplast USA, Inc. 180 Gordon Drive, STE 109, Exton, PA 19341, pursuant to 41 U.S.C.253(c)(1)--Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. This is the only known source that can provide sipper tubes , spout 105mm Hole 2.2mm (CAT#ACCP10521) and polysulfone top flow EB cage top (CAT#1284L481SU) for existing Techniplast USA, Inc. cages and cage racks. There is no other know company that manufacturers this top or sipper tube to fit on the Techniplast USA, Inc. cage racks. Any firm believing itself capable of providing these items may respond by submitting a written narrative statement of capability within 15 days of date of notice to Paula Pier at the above address, or by FAX #+1 (555) 000-0000, for consideration by the agency. Response must include detailed technical information and other technical literature demonstrating the ability to meet these requirements. Responses shall also include itemized pricing that is sufficient to make a determination that competition is feasible. If no affirmative responses are received within 15 days of this notice to determine whether a qualified source is more advantageous to the Government, an order will be placed with Techniplast USA, Inc.. The NAICS Code/Size is 424610/500EM. This purchase is to be processed using Simplified Acquisition Procedures in conjunction with FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items and is not expected to exceed the Simplified Acquisition threshold of $100,000. There is no solicitation package available. For any questions regarding this announcement, please contact Paula Pier via email contact@example.gov.*****