Notice of Intent to Sole Source - BR2 Bilirubin Stat-Analyzer, Total and Direct Bilirubin Kit and Preventive Maintenance
Overview
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Original Source
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Qualification Details
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 (DHA), Healthcare Contracting Division – West (HCD-W), has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for a BR2 Bilirubin Stat-Analyzer, Total and Direct Bilirubin Kit, and 4-year Preventive Maintenance Service for the Naval Health Clinic (NHC) Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay Laboratory. The intent is to award a firm fixed-price contract to Nova Biomedical Corporation. Interested parties challenging this sole source must submit a capability statement by March 4, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement includes the procurement, installation, and training for a BR2 Bilirubin Stat-Analyzer and its proprietary Total and Direct Bilirubin Kit. Additionally, it covers a 4-year preventive maintenance service plan for the equipment.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price Supply and Preventive Maintenance
- Sole Source To: Nova Biomedical Corporation
- Period of Performance:
- Delivery: April 1, 2026 (includes first year warranty)
- Service Option Years: April 1, 2027 – March 31, 2031 (4 years)
- Published: February 23, 2026
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This acquisition is proposed as Other Than Full and Open competition on a sole source basis. Nova Biomedical Corporation is identified as the sole manufacturer of the BR2 Bilirubin Stat Analyzer and its proprietary kits, with no authorized third-party maintenance providers. The Government has no reasonable expectation of receiving quotes from two or more small businesses.
Submission & Evaluation
This is not a request for competitive quotes. However, sources interested in challenging the sole source determination must submit a capability statement. The statement should detail management, technical data, and cost information, clearly demonstrating the ability to provide the required equipment and maintenance. Capability statements are limited to six (8.5 x 11 inch) pages, using a font size no smaller than 10-point.
Additional Notes
- NAICS Code: 334516 – Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (Size Standard: 1000 employees)
- PSC Code: 6630 - Chemical Analysis Instruments
- Challenge Due: March 4, 2026, by 1000 Pacific Daylight Time.
- Submission Email: denise.d.bond.civ@health.mil (Denise Bond)
- No telephone requests or offers will be honored.