Notice of Intent AB Sciex WIN11 upgrade software
Overview
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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 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity (DHACA) in Fort Detrick, MD, intends to negotiate on a sole source basis with AB Sciex LLC for WIN11 upgrade software for AB Sciex workstations. This is a Presolicitation notice, not a request for competitive proposals. The software is critical for the Defense Centers for Public Health (DCPH) - Aberdeen, Division of Forensic Toxicology (DFT). Capability statements are due by June 11, 2026, 10:00 A.M. EST.
Scope of Work
DHACA requires proprietary WIN11 upgrade software for existing AB Sciex workstations. These workstations are vital for the mission of DCPH-Aberdeen's DFT, supporting forensic toxicology services including screening and confirming test results for autopsies, aircraft incidents, and DWI/DUI investigations. Failure to upgrade the software would render instruments inoperable, significantly impacting DFT's ability to perform its mission.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation / Notice of Intent (Sole Source)
- Set-Aside: None (no set-aside restrictions)
- NAICS: 513210 (Software Publishers), Small Business Size Standard: $34,000,000
- Response Due: June 11, 2026, 10:00 A.M. EST
- Published: May 27, 2026
- Place of Performance: Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD
Response Requirements
This notice is not a solicitation. However, interested parties capable of providing the same proprietary WIN11 upgrade software for AB Sciex workstations are invited to submit technical data, including cost, sufficient to demonstrate their capability. The Government will consider all received capability statements to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible, though the decision to compete remains at the Government's discretion.
Submission Details
Capability statements must be submitted via email to Kasey Carroll at Kasey.l.carroll.civ@health.mil. Acceptable formats include PDF, MS Word, and Excel attachments. Phone calls will not be accepted.