66 -- RP5000/Seq Buffer

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention plans to issue a sole source purchase order to Applied Biosystems in Foster City, CA, for the procurement of RP 5000 and Seq Buffer supplies. This action will be conducted under the authority of FAR 6.302-1, which allows for non-competitive negotiations when only one responsible source is capable of meeting the agency's requirements. The purchase is intended to be exclusive, with no other vendors considered eligible to fulfill the contract, reflecting the unique nature of the supplies required. Although this notice invites interested parties to express their interest and capability, it is not a solicitation for competitive proposals and the government retains sole discretion in deciding whether to pursue competitive procurement. This contract, identified by solicitation number 2005-Q-21108 and associated with NAICS code 333618, is not set aside for small businesses. The primary contacts for this procurement process include Linda T. Robinson for contractual queries and Dale F Defilipps as the contract specialist. The notice provides transparency about the sole source intent while allowing potential vendors to demonstrate interest, though no assurance is given that a competitive process will result. The procurement reflects CDC’s procedural compliance in obtaining specialized supplies essential for their operations.