Notice of Intent to Sole Source 2 sets of QX200 ddPCR Systems

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) intends to negotiate a sole source contract with Bio-Rad Laboratories for the purchase of a 5-year service contract for two sets of QX200 AutoDG ddPCR Systems. The contract will cover maintenance, support, and emergency servicing for the systems, which are used for droplet digital PCR (ddPCR) VCN (vector copy number) detection on clinical cellular products. The contractor will provide a full-service plan, including preventive maintenance, unlimited on-site repair visits, and parts and supplies. The contract duration is 5 years, with a base year and four option years. • The contract is for a 5-year service plan, with a total value of $151,494. • The contractor will provide maintenance, support, and emergency servicing for two sets of QX200 AutoDG ddPCR Systems. • The systems are used for droplet digital PCR (ddPCR) VCN (vector copy number) detection on clinical cellular products. • The contractor will provide a full-service plan, including preventive maintenance and unlimited on-site repair visits. • The contract duration is 5 years, with a base year and four option years.