CDC DFWED NARST Sensititre Supplies
ID: CDC-DFWED-NARST-Sensititre-SuppliesType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFCENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTIONCDC OFFICE OF ACQUISITION SERVICESATLANTA, GA, 30333, USA

NAICS

Other Professional Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (423490)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

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https://sam.gov/opp/e91ef30f10024c8ba17fcbd38b10ff8c/view
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    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is seeking to award a sole source contract for antimicrobial resistance testing supplies, specifically Sensititre™ broth microdilution testing products, from ThermoFisher Scientific. This procurement is essential for the National Antimicrobial Resistance Monitoring System (NARMS), which has utilized these proprietary materials since 1996 to ensure a standardized approach to monitoring enteric bacteria resistance. The unique nature of these supplies necessitates this sole source approach, as alternatives would require significant investments in new equipment and validation processes, potentially disrupting critical surveillance efforts. Interested parties may respond within 15 days to express their interest, with proposals directed to contract specialist Ashley Williams at dal3@cdc.gov.

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    Ashley Williams
    dal3@cdc.gov
    Sheena Delaine
    kpz5@cdc.gov
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    A11- Notice of Intent to Sole Source.pdf
    The CDC plans to award a sole source contract to ThermoFisher Scientific for antimicrobial resistance surveillance supplies, specifically utilizing Sensititre™ broth microdilution testing. This testing method is proprietary and has been integral to consistency in monitoring since 1996 under the National Antimicrobial Resistance Monitoring System, a collaborative effort among the CDC, FDA, and USDA. The unique nature of these supplies necessitates this single-source approach, as other testing methods would require extensive validation and could disrupt timely surveillance and analysis, critical for comparing human and retail data. Although this notice does not serve as a call for competitive bids, interested parties may respond within 15 days. Proposals should be directed to contract specialist Ashley Williams. The government retains discretion over the decision to pursue competitive procurement based on received expressions of interest.
    A13- Sole Source Justification_V2_ SL signed 6 Nov 24_Redacted.pdf
    This document justifies the sole source procurement for antimicrobial resistance testing supplies necessary for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) under the National Antimicrobial Resistance Monitoring System (NARMS). The proposed vendor is ThermoFisher Scientific, whose proprietary Sensititre™ broth microdilution testing products are essential for maintaining a standardized approach to monitoring enteric bacteria resistance, a method in use since 1996. The justification outlines that only specific proprietary materials from Remel, Inc. are compatible with existing testing equipment, making it impractical and costly to consider alternatives. Switching to another manufacturer would necessitate substantial investments in new equipment and validation processes, disrupting the continuity and comparative capability required for effective surveillance and data analysis. The document concludes with certifications from the Program Official and Contracting Officer affirming the necessity and accuracy of the sole source claim, citing that no other suppliers meet the unique needs of this surveillance initiative. Overall, the justification reflects compliance with federal acquisition regulations permitting limited source procurement under specific circumstances.
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