The Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center intends to negotiate, on a sole source basis, with Becton Dickson and Company, 7 Loveton Circle, Sparks, Maryland 21152, for a cost per test contract on the Bactec 9240 Instrument at this facility. The proposed contract includes the laboratory instrument system, disposables, hardware/software upgrades, training, and equipment maintenance. The Government believes that only one responsible source can provide the system that will satisfy the agency requirements. Contract period will be from 4/1/ 03 through 3/31/04 with four (4) one (1) year renewal options. The subject equipment shall remain the property of the contractor through the contract term. NAICS code 325413 applies, size standard is 500. This notice is not a request for proposals. Interested parties that believe they can meet the Medical Center=92s needs shall supply information about their capabilities no later than March 21, 2003, 4:30pm local time.=20 Information furnished shall be at no cost or obligation to the Government. No solicitation shall be made available. The anticipated award date is April 1, 2003. Telephone or faxed inquires will not be accepted.

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