Notice of Intent to Sole Source - Integra Biosciences for Assist Plus Pipetting Robot System

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention intends to award a sole source, fixed price purchase order for one (1) Assist Plus Pipetting Robot System to Integra Biosciences. Integra Biosciences is the solely manufacturer of the Assist Plus Pipetting Robot System and they own the patented technology for the equipment. This contract action is for supplies or services for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b)(1). Interested persons may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit proposals. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive quotations; however, all quotations/responses received within seven (7) days of the issuance of this notice will be considered by the government. A determination by the government not to compete this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the government. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Any response should be emailed to the working contract specialist at [email protected].