Immunohistochemistry (IHC) Stainer
Overview
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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 Contracting Activity (DHACA) – Healthcare Contracting Division - South (HCD-S) intends to award a sole source contract to Roche Diagnostics Corporation for BenchMark ULTRA PLUS systems and reagents at Eglin Air Force Base (AFB) 96th Medical Group in Eglin, Florida. This is a Notice of Intent to Sole Source, not a request for competitive quotes. Interested parties must submit capability statements by June 12, 2026, 4:00 P.M. CT.
Scope of Requirement
The requirement is for Immunohistochemistry (IHC) Stainer systems, specifically BenchMark ULTRA PLUS systems and reagents, to be supplied to Eglin AFB.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Notice of Intent to Sole Source)
- Authority: 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1) as implemented by FAR Part 8.4 and GSAR 538.7104-3(b)(ii) (Only One Responsible Source)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- NAICS: 334516, Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (Size Standard: 1,000 Employees)
- PSC: 6630, Chemical Analysis Instruments
- Response Due: June 12, 2026, 4:00 P.M. CT
- Published: May 29, 2026
Response Requirements
Interested businesses must submit the following information:
- Business name
- Business type
- Socio-economic status (e.g., Veteran-Owned, Woman-Owned, 8(a))
- Point of contact (name, telephone, email)
- GSA Contract number (if applicable)
- SAM Unique Entity ID
- Capability statement narrative (not to exceed 1 page) demonstrating the ability to provide BenchMark ULTRA PLUS systems and reagents.
Additional Notes
This notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. Responses are not offers and cannot form a binding contract. The Government will determine whether to proceed with a sole source action or issue a competitive solicitation based on responses received. No telephone requests or offers will be honored. Responses should be emailed to Ms. Karen Bradley at karen.e.bradley4.civ@health.mil.