65 -- Automated Liquid-Based Cytology Processing Cost-Per-Test Agreement

This announcement is a notice of intent to award a contract to an approved sole source contractor in accordance with FAR 6.302-1. The sole source contractor is Tripath Imaging, Inc., 780 Plantation Drive, Burlington, NC, and the requirement is for a cost-per-test agreement inclusive of PrepStain? and SurePath? automated liquid-based cytology processing equipment, all software and upgrades, preventive maintenance and repairs, supplies, and reagents. The government intends to award a firm-fixed price contract to Tripath Imaging Inc. for a base period of service, plus four (4) option periods. However, any contractors who believe that they have the capability to meet this requirement may submit, for consideration by the government, a statement of capability. Comments are due by COB (MST) on 27 Sep 02. If no comments are received by the closing date, a contract will be issued to the above named sole source. Address any questions to Steve Conver, Contracting Specialist, at (719) 333-4899 or you may also email any questions to [email protected].