The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) intends to procure an automated tube vial labeling machine on a sole-source basis from Tubewriter, LLC. The Tubewriter 400 is required by the Laboratory Division's DNA Support Unit for direct printing on reagent and sample tubes. This machine offers unique capabilities including direct printing without labels, cryogenic and chemical resistant ink, high-speed performance, and low maintenance. Market research was conducted, and no other commercially available system meets all the mandatory requirements. The acquisition is authorized under 41 ****, LLC is a small minority-owned business specializing in such systems. The delivery shall be within 120 days after receipt of the order. Interested parties must submit capability statements by May 14, 2026, 5:00 PM EST, via email, demonstrating why competition would be advantageous.
The delivery shall be within 120 days after receipt of the order, as stated in the notice.
The notice mentions a one-year platinum service care coverage period for the Tubewriter 400, which includes preventative maintenance, labor, software upgrades, and warranty support.
The award criterion is not explicitly stated, but the justification for other than full and open competition implies that the award will be made to the sole responsible source that meets the agency's unique requirements.
Interested parties must submit a capability statement that clearly indicates their experience, equipment assets, background, and ability to provide the required instrument without compromising quality, reliability, safety, accuracy, and schedule.
Interested parties may identify their interests and capability to respond to this requirement by 5:00 PM, EST, 14 May 2026.
The estimated contract dollar value is not explicitly stated as a numerical figure, but the notice mentions the anticipated dollar value of the proposed acquisition is estimated to be fair and reasonable.