Sole Source to Biomerieux,Inc for the spotfire respiratory test kits
ID: IHS1508873Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICEOK CITY AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCOKLAHOMA CITY, OK, 73114, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

MEDICAL- LABORATORY TESTING (Q301)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/391dbaf4b3824623a3abdfc86c477629/view
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service, is seeking to procure respiratory test kits from Biomerieux, Inc. through a sole source contract. The objective of this procurement is to obtain FDA-approved diagnostic testing equipment capable of rapidly differentiating multiple respiratory viruses, including COVID-19 and influenza, within a 16-minute timeframe, addressing the urgent need for such capabilities in Oklahoma due to high rates of respiratory diseases. The procurement will utilize a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) to ensure timely access to these critical supplies throughout the respiratory season, with the primary contact for this opportunity being Ronay Burns, who can be reached at Ronay.Burns@ihs.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Ronay Burns
    Ronay.Burns@ihs.gov
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    JA - Spotfire Test kits and QC-PIHC.pdf
    The document outlines a Justification and Approval (J&A) for Other Than Full and Open Competition for the procurement of Biomerieux respiratory test kits by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The primary goal is to expedite the procurement process for crucial diagnostic testing equipment that can differentiate multiple respiratory viruses, including COVID-19 and influenza, within 16 minutes. This proposal emphasizes the urgent need for such testing capabilities, particularly due to high respiratory disease rates in Oklahoma. The request highlights Biomerieux as the only FDA-approved provider for the necessary testing equipment, citing its proprietary technology as a factor restricting competition. The document also discusses the importance of a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) to streamline ordering and ensure timely access to testing supplies throughout the respiratory season. Additionally, it explains that market research revealed no adequate alternatives, confirming Biomerieux's unique status in supplying these critical resources. The J&A is supported by previous contract pricing data, indicating that the proposed pricing is fair and reasonable, assisting in maintaining necessary healthcare services in a time-sensitive environment.
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