Notice of Intent for Sole Source Award for NonPersonal Service for Tissue Biopsy Testing

The U.S. Army Medical Command, through the Regional Health Contracting Office - Pacific at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, plans to award a firm fixed price contract solely to the University of Washington for tissue biopsy testing services. The estimated contract value is $240,000, covering a base period plus two option years. This procurement is conducted as a sole source award under the authority specified in the Federal Acquisition Regulation, allowing negotiation without full competitive solicitation because the University of Washington is uniquely qualified to provide the required services. This notice is not a solicitation but serves to inform the public of the intent to award the contract based on FAR Part 13 Simplified Acquisition Procedures. While no proposals will be requested, entities capable of providing similar services are invited to submit documentation demonstrating their capabilities and product specifications for consideration in future acquisitions. Communication and submission of supporting information must be directed via email to the designated purchasing agent, Ms. Angela Dexter; telephone or fax submissions are not accepted. The contract falls under NAICS code 541380, related to testing laboratories.