The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention intends to award a sole source firm fixed price purchase order to University of Wisconsin System, 21 N Park St., Ste 6301, Madison, Wisconsin 53715.

CDC’s primary objective is to conduct macaque hormone testing assays to determine progesterone and medroxyprogesterone levels in macaque specimens and provide written report containing the data/results to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC)/National Center for HIV, Viral Hepatitis, and STD Prevention (NCHHSTP)/Division of HIV Prevention (DHP)/ Laboratory Branch. This contract action is for supplies or services for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b) (SAP) and 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1). 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 quotations; however, all quotations/responses received within fifteen (15) days of the issuance of this notice 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. Any quotation/response should be emailed to contract specialist, Alverta Lopez at qvb0@cdc.gov by COB May 2, 2024.