Laboratory equipment
ID: N0017324Q0439Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL RESEARCH LABORATORYWASHINGTON, DC, 20375-5328, USA

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Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

COMBINATION AND MISCELLANEOUS INSTRUMENTS (6695)

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https://sam.gov/opp/9751e30033c64d74abf2dc71afe6d396/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) plans to award a sole-source contract to HEL Inc. for specialized laboratory equipment, bypassing competition. The intent is to procure specific equipment, including syringe filters and fermentation probes, from this single source.

    The NRL justifies this decision due to the unique nature of the required items and the time constraints involved. Per the Simplified Acquisition Procedures, the contract will be awarded under FAR Part 13.106-1(b), with an estimated value of up to $250,000.

    The NRL will not accept emails or requests for a solicitation package. They will, however, accept responses from interested parties during a specified time frame. These responses must demonstrate the advantages of competition and provide clear evidence of the respondent's ability to fulfill the requirement.

    Any questions regarding this notice should be directed to Teigh Cheyney at tahesha.cheyney@nrl.navy.mil or by phone at 202-875-0000.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Teigh Cheyney
    (202) 875-0000
    tahesha.cheyney@nrl.navy.mil
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