Notice of Intent to Sole Source NMS Labs

Quick Summary

The Defense Health Agency (DHA), on behalf of the Armed Forces Medical Examiners System (AFMES), has issued a Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source Contract to NMS Labs for forensic toxicology testing. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. The intended award is under the authority of FAR 6.103-1, citing only one responsible source.

Opportunity Details

• Purpose: To provide essential forensic toxicology testing services.
• Intended Awardee: NMS Labs, a large business concern located in Horsham, PA.
• Place of Performance: Dover Air Force Base, Dover, DE.
• NAICS Code: 541380 (Reference Laboratory Testing), with a business size standard of $19.0 million.

Contract & Timeline

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price (intended sole source).
• Period of Performance: A base year from March 1, 2026, to February 28, 2027, plus four one-year option periods, extending services through February 28, 2031.
• Published Date: February 13, 2026.

Response Information

• Action for Interested Parties: Companies capable of providing these services are required to submit a capability statement to challenge the sole source justification.
• Capability Statement Content: Must include management, technical, and cost information, demonstrating the ability to perform the required work and provide services validated by NMS Labs.
• Format: Shall not exceed 6 pages (8.5 x 11 inches) using a 12-point font.
• Submission Method: Via email ONLY to alicia.maldonadotorres.civ@health.mil.
• Email Subject Line: "Special Notice Number PANDHA-25-P-0000-030274."
• Capability Statements Due: 0900 EST, February 28, 2026.
• Important Note: This notice is for informational purposes to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. Telephone requests or offers will not be honored.