--Laboratory Consultation Services

The U.S. Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity intends to negotiate a contract on a restricted competition basis with the Colorado School of Mines in Golden, Colorado, for specialized laboratory services. These services focus on advancing mass spectrometry techniques, specifically using MALDI-TOF-MS, to analyze Bacillus anthracis spores and vegetative cells, Yersinia pestis vegetative cells, and other related organisms as identified by the sponsor. The contract period is expected to span seven months, aimed at completing the development work within this timeframe. Interested parties who believe they can meet the requirements must submit a written response demonstrating their capabilities; telephone inquiries are not permitted. This contract falls under the solicitation number USA-SNOTE-050405-002 and was posted on April 5, 2005. While specific details such as NAICS codes, set-aside status, and agency organizational information are not provided, coordination and further questions are directed to the designated point of contact listed in the original notice. The focus remains on ensuring continued technical progress in laboratory consultation services related to mass spectrometry for critical bio-threat agents.