CL20203002 DNA Markings

Federal Business Opportunities (FedBizOpps) Synopsis Information Form 1. ACTION CODE: (X) P = Presolicitation 2. CLASSIFICATION CODE: 65 3. NAICS CODE: 325414 4. TITLE: DNA Marking 5. PRIMARY POINT OF CONTACT: Laura Cherryholmes 6. SOLICITATION NUMBER: SPE7MX-21-R-X019 Description: This procurement is for botanical SigNature DNA authentication technology, services, supplies, equipment ("DNA Marking") and training that is sold exclusively by Applied DNA Sciences (ADNAS), Inc. (5XPT1), a small business. This acquisition is for a follow-on contract for the continued production of these highly specialized supplies and equipment, which are only available from ADNAS. The procedures in FAR subpart 13.5 are being used in accordance with 41 U.S.C. 1901. The statutory authority permitting other than full and open competition is: FAR 6.302-1 (2)(ii) and (iii), 10 U.S.C. 2304 (C)(1). All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation, which shall be considered by the agency. After multiple and extensive research and development projects, numerous requests for information (RFI), and extensive market research, DLA has determined that ADNAS is currently the only source with the technical expertise, practical knowledge and experience needed for a successful anti-counterfeiting program, specifically for FSC 5962 items. In 2012, the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) established requirements for DNA marking on certain high-risk items. DLA has currently determined that, effective November 15, 2012, items within the Federal Supply Class (FSC) 5962, Electronic Microcircuits, will require DNA Marking with SigNature DNA developed and sold exclusively by Applied DNA Sciences. Applied DNA Science (ADNAS), Inc. (5XPT1) is the sole source provider of the proprietary SigNature DNA authentication process. Effective December 15, 2014, the DLA Product (Electronics) Test Center (PTC) began marking all FSC 5962 items. Once an FSC 5962 item is awarded, the product is sent to the PTC, where it is marked and sent to distribution for delivery to the customer. The DLA Electronic Test Lab in Columbus, Ohio, conducts the DNA Marking using supplies received from ADNAS. The proposed Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC) will provide marks, ink, authentication testing, and training for the PTC. The applicable NAICS is 325414 (Biological Product (except Diagnostic) Manufacturing), with a size standard of 1250. No less than four marks are required per year. Hard copies of this solicitation are not available. Current estimated annual demand quantities, FOB, Inspection and Acceptance information, and UI will be listed in the RFQ. The term will be a three-year base period with two, one-year options to be exercised at the discretion of the Government. The total duration (base plus option year) shall not exceed five years. Additional information about the qualification requirements may be obtained by contacting the Acquisition Specialist, Laura Cherryholmes at [email protected].