Notice of Intent to Sole Source to Bruker Scientific LLC
ID: 75D301-25-Q-78561Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- INSTRUMENTS AND LABORATORY EQUIPMENT (J066)

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https://sam.gov/opp/8e818649ef744ee5beb351668f9c572e/view
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    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) intends to award a sole source contract to Bruker Scientific, LLC for an annual maintenance agreement for the Bruker MALDI Biotyper Sirius One Instrument, which is critical for the Clinical and Environmental Microbiology Branch in Atlanta, Georgia. This contract, governed by Federal Acquisition Regulation for sole source acquisitions, will provide comprehensive service coverage essential for maintaining accuracy in bacterial analysis and ensuring compliance with clinical regulations. As the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Bruker is uniquely qualified to service this complex instrument, and market research has confirmed that no alternative providers are available. The anticipated award date is November 26, 2024, and interested vendors may contest this sole source designation by contacting Kenyadah M. Gamble at xvw0@cdc.gov or Philip Denis at icx2@cdc.gov before the specified deadline.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Kenyadah M. Gamble
    (770) 448-5244
    xvw0@cdc.gov
    Philip Denis
    (770) 488-2956
    (779) 488-2777
    icx2@cdc.gov
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    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Office of Acquisition Services intends to award a sole source contract to Bruker Scientific, LLC for a maintenance agreement covering the Bruker MALDI Biotyper Sirius One Instrument, essential for the Clinical and Environmental Microbiology Branch in Atlanta, Georgia. This contract, governed by Federal Acquisition Regulation for sole source acquisitions, will span one base year (November 2024-November 2025) with four optional yearly extensions. The maintenance is critical for ensuring accuracy in bacterial analysis and compliance with quality management system and clinical regulations. Bruker, as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), is uniquely qualified to service the instrument, which requires specialized training due to its complexity. The absence of alternative providers was confirmed through market research, leading to the conclusion that Bruker is the sole source for these services. The contract aims to provide comprehensive coverage at a lower long-term cost compared to annual maintenance, ensuring uninterrupted laboratory operations vital for outbreak response and diagnostics. This notice serves strictly as a communication of intent and does not invite competitive quotes. Vendors wishing to contest this sole source designation or submit capabilities must do so by the specified deadline. The anticipated award date is set for November 26, 2024.
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