AN41--Research Core Facility Access to High-Throughput Genomics and Cancer Bioinformatics Pre-solicitation Notice with Intent to Sole Source

The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to negotiate a sole source contract with the University of Utah, Huntsman Cancer Institute (HCI), to obtain specialized research services. The HCI core services include bioinformatics analysis, biorepository and molecular pathology, cancer biostatistics, and more. These services will support research under programs sponsored by the Office of Research and Development (ORD) for the Salt Lake City VA Medical Center. Key points to consider: • The contract is for a five-year period • The University of Utah HCI is a nationally recognized cancer treatment hospital and research center • The core services will support research under programs sponsored by the Office of Research and Development (ORD) • The contract is intended to be awarded on a sole source basis due to the affiliate relationship with the Salt Lake City VA Medical Center and the specialized expertise in the area