ABX PENTRA XL 80 HEMATOLOGY ANALYZERS

The US Naval Hospital in Guam plans to enter into a sole source contract with Modern Laboratory Services Inc., located in Bakersfield, California, for the lease of two ABX Pentra XL 80 Hematology Analyzers along with the required reagents and preventive maintenance services. The contract period covers one year, from October 1, 2009, to September 30, 2010. This procurement will be conducted under simplified acquisition procedures in accordance with FAR 13, with the justification that the units are already being used within the Laboratory Department, thus eliminating the need for a competitive solicitation process. The contract reflects a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 423450 and is managed by the Naval Medical Research Center in Guam, part of the Department of Defense. The place of performance is Agana Heights, Guam, with the contracting officer identified as Jocelyn T. Layson-Castillo, who is responsible for handling inquiries and administration. This notice is an announcement of intent and does not constitute a request for competitive quotations, emphasizing the sole source nature of the acquisition due to existing equipment compatibility.