Notice of Intent to Sole Source RoboCount LAB/50 Automatic Sample Changer System
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 Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS) intends to award a sole-source, firm-fixed-price commercial contract for a RoboCount LAB/50 Automatic Sample Changer system paired with a Mirion N-Type Coaxial HPGe Detector GR4020 for AFRRI's mission-critical work in radiobiology, radiation safety, and nuclear event response at Bethesda, MD. Responses from responsible sources are due May 13, 2026.
Scope of Requirement
USUHS seeks a fully integrated RoboCount LAB/50 Automatic Sample Changer system to be paired with their existing high-performance Mirion N-Type Coaxial HPGe Detector GR4020. This system will support the Armed Forces Radiobiology Research Institute (AFRRI) in its essential research and operational activities related to radiobiology, radiation safety, and nuclear event response.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent to Sole Source (Firm-Fixed-Price Commercial Contract)
- Product/Service Code: 6640 - Laboratory Equipment And Supplies
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: May 13, 2026
- Published: April 28, 2026
Action Items
This notice is not a request for quotes. Responsible sources who believe they can meet the Government's needs may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation. Submissions must demonstrate that competition would be advantageous to the Government, not be cost or time prohibitive, and that the offeror can supply the required system. The information received will be used to determine if a competitive procurement will be conducted.
Contact Information
Primary Point of Contact: Christopher White (christopher.white@usuhs.edu)