NIH sole source for Bio-Rad D-10 Hemoglobin Testing System.
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The National Institutes of Health (NIH) Clinical Center intends to award a sole source contract to Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc. for the procurement of Bio-Rad D-10 Hemoglobin Testing System and associated reagents and consumables. This system is used for hemoglobin variant analysis and diabetes monitoring. The justification for sole source is based on the proprietary nature of the system and the need for compatibility with existing equipment. No other vendor can meet the requirements. The contract will cover a base year plus four option years.