66--Special Notice of Intent to Sole Source Award
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) Communications Branch has issued a Special Notice of Intent to Sole Source Award to Qiagen, LLC. This notice is for the procurement of essential QIAGEN consumable supplies to support ongoing environmental DNA (eDNA) detection workflows, genomic DNA extraction, and sample preparation. The FWS intends to award a firm fixed-price contract under FAR subpart 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) and (ii), citing that Qiagen, LLC is the only source reasonably available due to unique technical and biological requirements.
Scope of Requirement
The requirement is for specific QIAGEN products, including DNeasy Blood & Tissue Kits, Investigator Lyse&Spin Basket Kits, Proteinase K, and 2mL collection tubes. These items are critical for sustaining genetic monitoring activities and maintaining continuity of established protocols at the Northeast Fishery Center Genetics Laboratory. They directly support high-sensitivity DNA extraction, sample lysis, and consistent specimen processing for federally mandated surveillance and molecular ecology projects. The justification highlights that no alternate manufacturer provides direct substitutes that fulfill all compatibility, chemical, and performance needs for the laboratory's validated workflows.
Contract Details
- Type: Notice of Intent to Sole Source Award (Firm Fixed-Price)
- Intended Awardee: Qiagen, LLC (19300 Germantown RD, Germantown, Maryland)
- NAICS: 334516, Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
- PSC: 6640, Laboratory Equipment And Supplies
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
Response Information
This synopsis is not a solicitation. However, any interested party believing they can meet the requirement may submit a statement of capabilities. The statement must be in writing, provide clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government, and be submitted via email as a Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF attachment.
Key Dates & Contact
- Statement of Capabilities Due: May 13, 2026, 2:00 PM ET
- Published Date: May 7, 2026
- Primary Contact: Carter Duke (carter_duke@fws.gov)