Un. of OR (GC3F) for Genomic Sequencing

Notice of Intent This is a notice of intent to solicit from a single source. The purpose of this notice is to satisfy the requirements of FAR Subpart 5.101(a)(1) and FAR 5.2. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive quotes. However, all responsible parties may submit a quotation by the closing date of this announcement which shall be considered by the agency. No solicitation will be issued.

A determination not to compete this action based upon responses received is in the sole discretion of the Government. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Earthquake Science Center (ESC) intends to award a purchase order to University of Oregon, Genomics & Cell Characterization Core Facility (GC3F) for genomic sequencing laboratory services as this is the only known vendor to USGS that can maintain the data continuity of work and reproducibility of results.

The NAICS code for this action is 541990 All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services, with the associated size standard of $19.5 million; the PSC code is B501 Special Studies/Analysis ¿ Chemical/Biological. Estimated period of performance is 1 year from the date of award. Award will be made in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 13.106-1(b) and the procedures at FAR Part 12 entitled, Acquisition of Commercial Items and FAR Part 13 entitled, Simplified Acquisition Procedures.

Responses or inquiries to this notice of intent shall only be accepted through electronic mail addressed to jongjoco@usgs.gov and must be uploaded and received in their entirety no later than August 16, 2024 at 1200 Eastern. Responses submitted by hardcopy or any web portal shall not be accepted nor considered.