Notice of Intent to Sole Source for Sci-Print VXL/AQ Maintenance Service Agreement
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) intends to award a sole source firm fixed price purchase order to SCINOMIX, INC. for a service agreement covering Sci-Print VXL/AQ Perform liquid handlers. This action supports data collection for the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES). Responses challenging this sole source intent are due by May 7, 2026, 10 am EST.
Scope of Work
The contract will provide essential maintenance services for six Sci-Print VXL/AQ Perform liquid handlers. These services include:
- Preventive maintenance
- Repair services
- Provision of necessary parts
- Technical support The objective is to ensure the ongoing performance and data integrity of these critical instruments used in the NHANES program.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order (Special Notice)
- Authority: Revolutionary FAR Overhaul 6.103-1 (SAP) - as stated in the notice
- Set-Aside: None
- Response Due: May 7, 2026, 10 am EST
- Published: April 22, 2026
- Department/Agency: Health And Human Services / CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION
- Place of Performance: Atlanta, GA, United States
Justification for Sole Source
The justification for a sole-source award to SCINOMIX, INC. is based on the proprietary nature of the Sci-Print VXL/AQ Perform liquid handlers. SCINOMIX, INC. is identified as the only authorized provider capable of performing warranty and post-warranty service, supplying OEM parts, and conducting certified repairs for this specific model. Market research confirmed that no other source can meet the government's minimum requirements without unacceptable impacts on cost, schedule, or performance.
Action Items
This notice is not a request for competitive quotations. However, any quotations or responses received within 15 days of the notice's issuance will be considered. Information received will primarily determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. Responses should be emailed to the contract specialist at kpz5@cdc.gov by the stated deadline.