B -- Testing of Efficacy of a Microbicide to Block Retroviral Infection in Non-human Primates

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) intends to award, on a sole source basis, a Purchase Order to the University of Puerto Rico, Medical Sciences Campus, Animal Resource Center. The purpose of the purchase shall include services related to the testing the efficacy of a candidate microbicide for the ability to block retroviral infections in 16 rhesus macaques. The authority for this procurement is FARPart 6.302-1, only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. The period of performance shall commence with the date of receipt of the purchase order through twelve (12) months. Anticipated Award Date is 9/15/2003. This is not a request for competitive proposals and no solicitation is available. Firms that believe they can provide the required services are encouraged to identify themselves and give written notification to the contracting officer within fifteen (15) days from the date of this synopsis. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed action based on responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Inquiries may be sent to Maria Nichols by e-mail at mkn2@cdc.gov or by fax at (770) 488-2788. Note 22