Notice of Intent to negotiate sole source contract for 7500 FAST Real Time PCR System

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) intends to award a sole source contract to ThermoFisher Scientific Company for the maintenance and repair of the 7500 Real Time PCR System equipment located at the National Seafood Inspection Lab in Pascagoula, MS. The contract will be for a period of one year, with four option years. The government is seeking a firm fixed price contract. • The equipment is highly specialized and can only be maintained and repaired by ThermoFisher Scientific Company, the sole manufacturer. • The contract will be for a period of one year, with four option years. • The government is seeking a firm fixed price contract. • Firms that believe they can fully meet the government's requirements may submit substantiating documentation in writing within 15 days after publication of this synopsis.