Notice of Intent to Sole Source Nucleic Acid Testing (NAT) Analyzers

PresolicitationNo Set AsideActive

Key Takeaways

  • Set-aside for No Set Aside businesses
  • Work to be performed in SAN ANTONIO, TX
  • Industry: Other Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing
  • Advance notice of upcoming solicitation

Contract Details

Notice ID
PANDHA26P0000030728
Opportunity Type
Presolicitation
Sub-Agency
DEFENSE HEALTH AGENCY (DHA)
Office
DEFENSE HEALTH AGENCY
Posted Date
Thursday, March 19, 2026
Response Deadline
Friday, April 3, 2026
PSC Code
W065
Set-Aside
No Set Aside
Place of Performance
SAN ANTONIO, TX, 78230
Status
Active

Description

The 59th Medical Wing (59 MDW) at JBSA-Lackland, Texas, has a requirement for the lease, maintenance, and support of three (3) Nucleic Acid Testing (NAT) Analyzers. Pursuant to FAR Overhaul 6.103-1, "Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements," the Government intends to award a sole-source contract to Grifols Diagnostic Solutions for this requirement. This notice serves a dual purpose: to announce the Governments intent to award on a sole-source basis and to conduct market research to determine if other potential sources are capable of satisfying this requirement. The contractor shall provide all-inclusive support for three (3) new (not refurbished) NAT analyzers. The core requirements include, but are not limited to: Lease & Installation

Why This Opportunity Matters

The Department of DEFENSE is actively seeking qualified contractors for other commercial and industrial machinery and equipment rental and leasing with a set-aside for No Set Aside businesses in SAN ANTONIO, TX. This set-aside designation means eligible businesses face reduced competition from larger firms.