Notice of Intent to Negotiate a Sole-Source Contract - Loligo Systems ApS
ID: REQUIREMENTS-24-3296Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATIONDEPT OF COMMERCE NOAAKANSAS CITY, MO, 64106, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

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https://sam.gov/opp/5ee27e808950484c96e419640cfb9f40/view
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    The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) intends to negotiate a sole-source contract with Loligo Systems ApS for the procurement of two swim tunnel respirometry systems and components, essential for conducting respirometry research on aquatic organisms in relation to ocean acidification. The Alaska Fisheries Science Center requires these specialized systems to monitor metabolic processes of marine organisms under controlled environmental conditions, particularly focusing on the impacts of changing pH and temperature on their survivability and behavior. This procurement is critical as it supports NOAA's research objectives to understand and model the effects of evolving ocean conditions, and the urgency of delivery within 10 weeks post-award underscores the necessity of sourcing from the only manufacturer capable of meeting these specific requirements. Interested parties may submit a Capability Statement to Jason Jenks at jason.jenks@noaa.gov by November 19, 2024, to be considered for this opportunity.

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    Jason Jenks
    jason.jenks@noaa.gov
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    020 Single Source-SAP-Loligo respirometry-2024.pdf
    The Department of Commerce's Alaska Fisheries Science Center is seeking to procure a customized 4-channel respirometry system from Loligo Systems, the only manufacturer capable of meeting specific research requirements for juvenile fish metabolic studies under reduced pH conditions. The decision is based on a single source determination due to the uniqueness of the system needed and the necessity for compatibility with existing Loligo equipment. Extensive market research conducted in late 2023 found no alternative manufacturers able to provide similar integrated systems. The urgency of delivery, required within 10 weeks post-award, further emphasizes the need for a direct procurement from Loligo Systems. The contracting officer, along with program manager Thomas Hurst and director Robert Foy, certified the integrity of the sourcing rationale, confirming that the sole supplier is the only entity that can meet the distinct needs of this scientific requirement, ensuring comprehensive compatibility for effective research outcomes.
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