A -- Collection of Specimens

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) plans to award a sole source purchase order to the Yerkes National Primate Research Center in Atlanta, Georgia, for the acquisition of a collection of specimens necessary to continue an ongoing research project. The purchase is justified as a sole source procurement under FAR part 6.302-1 because Yerkes is the only known supplier possessing the specialized knowledge needed to provide these specific specimens, ensuring continuity and validity in the research. This procurement does not involve a competitive solicitation, although interested firms capable of supplying the required specimens are invited to notify the Contracting Officer within 15 days of the notice’s publication for consideration of potentially conducting a competitive process. The decision to proceed without competition will be made at the discretion of the Government based on any responses received. Inquiries and responses should be directed to Christine Dorsey, the Contract Specialist, either via email or fax. The contract is identified by solicitation number 000HCRU6-2004-08413 and was posted on March 18, 2004. The effort is focused solely on procuring specimens from a single known source to maintain the integrity of the research project, reflecting the unique nature and critical requirements of this procurement.