Special Notice- Intent to Sole Source Award the Purchase of Lab Instruments to Agilent Technologies Inc.
ID: W911QY-25-R-AGILType: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMY

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

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https://sam.gov/opp/e9c7031984424d47a62876f2ea5b3e64/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Contracting Command – Aberdeen Proving Ground, intends to award a sole source contract to Agilent Technologies Inc. for the purchase of specialized lab instruments, namely the Seahorse XF and xCELLigence systems. These instruments are essential for conducting precise physiological measurements critical to military ration development and ongoing research efforts at the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command – Soldier Center. The procurement is justified based on the unique capabilities of Agilent's systems, which are not available from other vendors, and is necessary to avoid significant operational setbacks in military research missions. Interested parties may express their interest and capabilities by contacting Edmund J. Bousaleh and Alejandro Ayala via email by 1500 HRS ET on January 14, 2025, with the contract funded through Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) for fiscal year 2024.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Edmund J. Bousaleh
    edmund.j.bousaleh.civ@army.mil
    Alejandro Ayala
    alejandro.ayala.civ@army.mil
    Files
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    Limiting_Competition_Document_Redacted.pdf
    The memorandum details the justification for a sole-source contract for purchasing Agilent lab instruments, specifically the Seahorse XF HS Mini Analyzer and xCELLigence RTCA SP, by the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command. This purchase is categorized as a new requirement under the fixed-price contract type, funded through Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) for fiscal year 2024. The instruments are critical for conducting precise physiological measurements necessary for military ration development, enabling real-time assessment of various cellular functions. Market research confirmed that Agilent Technologies provides unique systems not available from other vendors, with necessary components to support ongoing research efforts. The justification cites exclusive licensing agreements and technological capabilities as grounds for limiting competition, asserting that failure to procure these instruments would hinder project objectives and result in significant operational setbacks. The memorandum emphasizes the necessity of adhering to federal regulations regarding publicizing contract actions, given the brand-name restriction designation and transparent procurement processes. Overall, the document underscores the importance of acquiring specialized equipment to effectively support military research missions.
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