66--Notice of Intent to Sole Source-Respiratory Chamber/Containment System

Synopsis-Provide Respiratory Chamber/Containment Systems with Installation and Training for Cincinnati Location The U.S. EPA intends to negotiate on a sole source basis, under the authority of FAR Part 6.302-1(a)(2), with Baker Scientific to provide equipment consisting of three units integrated and custom fit into a single unit composed of (1) an aerosolizer/nebulizer connected to (2) a customized Class III Gove Box which in turn is also connected to (3) a Class II Biological Safety Cabinet with Installation and training, for the Office of Research and Development (ORD), National Exposure Research Laboratory (NERL) located in Cincinnati, OH. EPA has identified Baker Scientific as the only provider of commercial services and equipment able to meet the requirements of this procurement because they are the only known source qualified to both provide the units and critical integration services that will satisfy agency requirements. This procurement will be accomplished under FAR Part 12 Commercial Procedures & FAR Part 15 Contracting by Negotiation. Interested firms may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirements. THIS NOTICE OF INTENT IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE QUOTATIONS. A determination by the Government not to compete this acquisition based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Sources wishing to be considered MUST submit documentation to the office identified above. Documentation must be submitted within 15 calendar days of the date of publication of this notice. Submit your request in writing to Nicole Modafari via e-mail at [email protected]. Telephone requests will not be honored.