The proposed contract action is for a AB Model #: 3130XL Genetic Analyzer including AB P/N: 4352717, P/N: 4360967 and P/N 4316471 for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source (Applied Biosystems) under authority of FAR 6.302. Interested persons may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit proposals. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. However, all proposals received within 3 after date of publication of this synopsis 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.