Microbial Testing Supplies - Bridge Contract
ID: W81K0024Q0191Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW40M USA HCAJBSA FT SAM HOUSTON, TX, 78234-4504, USA

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In-Vitro Diagnostic Substance Manufacturing (325413)

PSC

IN VITRO DIAGNOSTIC SUBSTANCES, REAGENTS, TEST KITS AND SETS (6550)

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https://sam.gov/opp/ad77413e5c714f00a4f6540897347a3c/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking to award a sole-source bridge contract for microbial testing supplies to Biomerieux Inc., covering the period from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025. This procurement is essential for the William Beaumont Army Medical Center Laboratory, as it involves leasing a microbial identification analyzer and a mass spectrometer, along with necessary reagents and middleware/server interface provision. The unique requirements for ATO authorization on DHA networks necessitate this sole-source approach, as Biomerieux is the only contractor capable of meeting these needs without service disruption. Interested parties can contact Troy Loge at troy.a.loge.civ@health.mil or Robyn Villafranco at Robyn.A.Villafranco.civ@health.mil for further details, with the total contract value estimated at $213,334.67.

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    The Medical Readiness Contracting Office - West (MRCO-W) seeks to procure microbial testing supplies and equipment through a sole-source contract with Biomerieux Inc., covering the period from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025, at a total value of $213,334.67. The contract involves leasing a microbial identification analyzer and a mass spectrometer for the William Beaumont Army Medical Center Laboratory. This arrangement includes necessary reagents and middleware/server interface provision by the contractor. The justifications for limiting competition include the unique need for ATO authorization on DHA networks, which Biomerieux possesses, while other contractors would require extensive time and effort to obtain similar certification. Market research confirmed that Biomerieux is the only contractor able to meet these requirements without disrupting services. The contracting officer validated the necessity of this approach, acknowledging that previous pricing structures for the equipment have not been properly evaluated and that breaking current service continuity would be detrimental. The document emphasizes compliance with FAR regulations regarding contract actions under the simplified acquisition threshold.
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