Purchase of FORMULATRIX F.A.S.T Liquid Handler
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 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity (DHACA), on behalf of the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR), has issued a Notice of Intent (NOI) to award a sole source contract for the purchase of a FORMULATRIX F.A.S.T. Liquid Handler. This is not a request for proposal. The Government intends to award to Formulatrix, LLC, as they are identified as the only responsible source for this unique military requirement. Responses from other interested parties are due by 11:00 AM EST on March 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a FORMULATRIX F.A.S.T. Liquid Handler, a liquid transfer system compatible with the F.A.S.T. Instrument V2 (96-channel head). The purchase includes integrated controlling software and license, F.A.S.T. OLINK Installation/Operational Qualifications, Plate Adapters, a 110-240V power supply, and on-site user training. The delivery period for this requirement is May 16, 2026.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent for Sole Source Award (Special Notice)
- Intended Awardee: Formulatrix, LLC
- Set-Aside: Not applicable (sole source intent)
- Delivery Period: May 16, 2026
- Response Deadline: March 30, 2026, 11:00 AM EST
- Published: March 13, 2026
Action Required by Interested Parties
Any sources believing they are eligible and capable of providing this military-specific material requirement must respond in writing. Responses must be supported with clear and convincing evidence articulating the ability to meet the requirement. Information received will be considered solely for determining if a competitive procurement is in the Government's best interest. If no written responses are received by the deadline, the contract will be awarded without further remark.
Contact Information
- Contract Specialist (CS): Mr. Herbert Keen (herbert.e.keen.civ@health.mil)
- Contracting Officer (CO): Mr. Lance Nowell (lance.l.nowell.civ@health.mil)