Notice of Intent to Sole Source - Monkeypox Evidence-Based Molecular Surveillance System

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention intends to award a sole source firm fixed price purchase order to Temple University for monkeypox evidence-based molecular surveillance system services. Competition is being limited because Temple University is the only source identified capable of providing the services. This contract action is for services for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b). Interested persons may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement.

This notice of intent is not a request for competitive quotations; however, all quotations/responses received within seven days of the issuance of this notice will be considered by the government. A determination by the government not to compete this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the government. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Any quotation/response should be emailed to contract specialist at ugx0@cdc.gov by 10:00 AM EST 05/04/23.

Please see attached single source justification and draft Statement of Work for more information.