6640--NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE - ILLUMINA REAGENTS
ID: 36C26325Q0263Type: Presolicitation
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VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263)Saint Paul, MN, 55101, USA

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In-Vitro Diagnostic Substance Manufacturing (325413)

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LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

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https://sam.gov/opp/fd9667dfca7e4d19aae9945e9bee7cdd/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to award a sole-source contract to Illumina, Inc. for the provision of molecular testing reagents required by the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. This procurement involves a Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order for a base year plus four option years, specifically for next-generation sequencing reagents that are compatible with the VA's existing Illumina sequencers. The sole-source justification is based on the fact that Illumina is the only authorized supplier for these specialized reagents, with no alternative products approved for use on the VA's equipment. Interested vendors who believe they can meet the requirements are encouraged to submit capability statements by January 10, 2025, to the Contracting Officer, Traci Johannes, at traci.johannes@va.gov.

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    Traci JohannesContracting Officer
    (320) 654-7635
    traci.johannes@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs plans to award a sole-source contract to Illumina, Inc. for the supply of molecular testing reagents necessary for the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. The contract, intended as a Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order for a base year and four option years, arises from the unique requirement for specialized next generation sequencing reagents compatible with the VA’s existing Illumina sequencers. Although this notice is not a request for competitive proposals, interested vendors that can meet the specifications may submit capability statements. The justification for sole sourcing emphasizes that Illumina is the only company authorized to provide these specific reagents, with no other vendors' products approved for use on the sequencers owned by the VA. Market research confirmed that the anticipated pricing is fair and reasonable despite a projected 7% increase, which is higher than the expected 2-5%. The notice outlines necessary qualifications for potential vendors and explains the government's discretion in deciding to solicit offers based on responses received. Responses must be submitted by January 10, 2025, to the designated Contracting Officer via email.
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