The National Institute on Aging, IRP, intends to negotiate and award a purchase order on a noncompetitive basis with Illumina, San Diego, CA for the following: Human CNV370-Quad V3.0 DNA analysis Kit 48 Samples, #WG-311-1402, 1 kit and Human CNV370-Quad v3.0 DNA Analysis Kit 96 Samples, #WG-311-1403, 1 kit. Illumina is the sole source for BeadStation and Genome Analyzer I & II Genotyping/Sequencing supplies. Both Illumina BeadStation and Genetic Analyzer Systems were purchased by the Laboratory of Neurogenetics, NIA. These Kits have been specially designed and optimized to be run on the Illumina BeadStation and/or Genetic Analyzer. These systems are used for high-through-put genotyping and sequencing. Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements, 41 U.S.C. 253 (c) (1), FAR 6.302-1 (b) (1). The cited authority is applicable because Illumina is the only source that can fulfill the requirements of this contract. This acquisition is being conducted under Simplified Acquisition procedures and is exempt from the requirements of FAR, Part 6, Competition Requirement. Award will be made on an all or none basis to the lowest price, technically acceptable source.

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