R&D for bio-based ligands

The US Army Corps of Engineers, Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) intends to procure on a sole source basis (IAW FAR 13.106-1) with the University of Pittsburgh, 3520 5th Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 for identification and testing of bio-based ligands for absorption of per- and polyfluorinated alkyl substances (PFAS). University of Pittsburgh employs the only subject matter experts in the areas of modeling, bioaccumulation, and protein binding as related to PFAS. The University of Pittsburgh uses proprietary methods to conduct modeling of protein structures as related to PFAS compounds of interest and is the only known source that is capable of providing the required services. This acquisition is being conducted under 13.106-1(b) There are no set-aside restrictions for this requirement. The intended procurement will be classified under North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) 541715 with a Size Standard of 1,000 Employees. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals and no solicitation document exists for this requirement. However, parties interested in responding to this notice shall submit technical data, including price, sufficient to determine capability in providing the same or similar product. All capability statements received by the closing date of this publication of this synopsis will be considered by the Government. A determination by the Government not to compete based on responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Capability statements shall be submitted only by e-mail as a Microsoft Office Word, Microsoft Office Excel, or Adobe PDF attachment to contact@example.gov. Statements are due by 5:00 PM CST 31 August 2019. No phone calls will be accepted.