This Sources Sought notice is for informational and planning purposes only. It does not constitute a Solicitation and is not to be considered as a commitment by the Government. All firms responding to this sources sought notice are advised that their response to this notice is not a request that will be considered for contract award. The information from this market research is
for planning purposes only and will assist the Government in planning its acquisition strategy. This is strictly market research and the Government will not entertain questions concerning this market research. The NAICS Code for this requirement is 334111. The intent of this notice is determine the availability of qualified commercial sources technically capable of providing
the below:

The intent of this notice is determine the availability of qualified commercial sources technically capable of providing the below:

Next Sequencing 500 System
Neo Prep Library Prep System

Provide the United States Crime Investigation Laboratory with the Next Sequencing System. The machine must have the following salient characteristics:

Embedded touchscreen monitor
On-instrument computer
Next Seq Control Software
Installation and Training
12 months warranty (including parts and labor)
Neo Prep Kits
Neo Prep Library Prep System on-instrument touchscreen and computer
Neo Prep Control software, barcode, installation and training
Neo Prep 12 months warranty (including parts and labor)

Potential offers having the ability to provide the product described are invited to provide a statement via e-mail. The statements shall not exceed five (10) pages and must include the following: 1) Company name and Point of Contact information (address, telephone, e-mail, web-site, etc.); 2) DUNS number and CAGE code; 3) Small Business Size/Certification (to include 8(a), HUB Zone, SDVOSB, etc.); and 4) Ability to provide the product.

Responses are due no later than 1000 EST, Tuesday, 23 June 2015, and shall be electronically submitted to Alice M. Dowdell at [email protected]. All responses will be used to determine the appropriate acquisition strategy for a potential future acquisition. Response is strictly voluntary; no reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this synopsis or any follow-up information requests.

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