99 -- Laboratory Testing Services for Johne''s Program

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Animal and Plant Health inspection Service (APHIS) Veterinary Services (VS) intends to issue a sole source purchase order with Washngton State University PO Box 641027 Pullman, WA 99164. The Washington State University is the only USDA APHIS VS approved laboratory in the state of Washington. NAICS code 541380. The proposed contract action is for 6900 Johne's Elisa test for which the government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 6.302. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. Simplified procurement procedures will be used as well as commercial item acquisition regulations per FAR 12. This solicitation document incorporates provisions and clauses which are in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 01-08. Applicable FAR clauses are incorporated by reference: Prompt Payment 52.249-1; Fixed price 52.243-1; Evaluation Commercial Items 52.202-2; Offeror Representations and Certifications 52.212-3; Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items 52.212-4; Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items 52.212-5. Referenced FAR clauses can be accessed for review on the Internet at the following web site: http://www.arnet.gov/far. For additional information please contact Dennis Barry, at (612) 370-2146.