66--WI-WHITNEY GENETICS LAB-TAPE STATION
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- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Quick Summary
The Department of the Interior, US Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), has issued an Award Notice for the procurement of an Agilent TapeStation for the Whitney Genetics Laboratory in Wisconsin. This procurement was justified as a single-source acquisition due to critical data compatibility requirements and to avoid significant delays in the Early Detection and Monitoring Program. The award date was May 13, 2026.
Scope of Procurement
The requirement is for an Agilent TapeStation, a piece of laboratory equipment essential for the Whitney Genetics Laboratory's Early Detection and Monitoring Program. This program focuses on analyzing samples from the Great Lakes basin as part of the USFWS FAC program's mission to manage aquatic invasive species.
Contract Details
- Type: Single Source Justification (Under Simplified Acquisition Threshold - SAT)
- Product/Service Code: 6640 - Laboratory Equipment And Supplies
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Award Date: May 13, 2026
- Agency: Department of the Interior, US Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS, IT GOODS)
Justification for Single Source
The decision to procure the Agilent TapeStation from a single source was based on:
- Data Compatibility: The equipment is critical for maintaining data compatibility across two USFWS regions.
- Unique Output: Market research indicated no other machine provides a similar output, and consistency with existing equipment is necessary.
- Mission Criticality: Using an alternative source would require extensive validation, significantly delaying results for this mission-critical project.
- Cost: A discounted cost was negotiated with the sales representative.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact John Skogen at Jack_Skogen@fws.gov or 612-713-5210.