NOTICE of Intent to SOLE SOURCE - Spectral Dynamics Maintenance

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, through its Office of Financial Resources Acquisition Branch #5 in Atlanta, Georgia, is seeking to sole source a maintenance and support contract for a unique 3D hand-arm vibration test system manufactured by Spectral Dynamics, Inc. This system, installed in 2005, relies on proprietary Jaguar software and specialized hardware that exclusively integrate with Spectral Dynamics’ original components, leaving no qualified alternative vendors capable of providing the required software support or hardware maintenance. The procurement is justified under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) and FAR 8.405-6 due to the system’s singular design and the absence of any other source that can ensure continued operational integrity and compliance with manufacturer specifications. The place of performance is designated as Georgia 30341, with the government assuming responsibility for inspection and acceptance based on functional performance and adherence to the manufacturer’s technical standards, though no specific external quality or packaging standards are cited. The contract requires continuous calibration, updates, and hardware servicing to maintain the system’s precision and safety for use in occupational health research, with no alternative suppliers able to replicate the proprietary integration or provide necessary technical expertise. No pricing, CLINs, delivery schedules, or option periods are detailed in the documentation, and while the acquisition is below the $250,000 threshold enabling simplified procedures, the actual contract value remains unspecified. The contracting officer, Marcus Lindsey, and the COTR, Christopher M. Warren, have certified the sole-source determination based on technical exclusivity and system uniqueness, with the procurement window open until May 29, 2026, and submission required via a completed justification form to the CDC office in Atlanta. Spectral Dynamics, based in San Jose, California, is the only entity authorized to perform these services, with no socioeconomic certifications, subcontracting plans, or additional offeror representations included in the justification.