A--Intent to Procure via Sole Source Follow-on Microneutralization Assay on Existing Biological Samples of Influenza A/H5N1 Collected in Kamphaeng Phet, Thailand

The United States Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity (USAMRAA) is issuing an Intent to Procure via Sole Source the award of a firm fixed price purchase order with the University of Florida to conduct follow-on microneutralization assay on existing biological samples of influenza A/H5N1collected in Kamphaeng Phet, Thailand. The estimated period of performance for this acquisition is 12 months. THIS NOTICE OF INTENT IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE QUOTATIONS. Responsible, interested parties may identify their interest by submitting capability information by Wednesday, 12 September 2012 at 3:00 p.m. EDT in order to establish the ability of the responder to meet this requirement. A determination by the Government to not compete this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government; information received will be considered for the sole purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. The Government will not be responsible for any costs associated with responses to this notification. All inquiries must be submitted via e-mail to [email protected]. Telephonic inquiries will not be accepted.