SAM #12639526Q0079

This procurement opportunity from the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) seeks to acquire BM86 Immunomodulator vials for the Cattle Fever Tick Eradication Program in South Texas. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), Veterinary Services (VS) - Contracting and program offices located in Minneapolis, MN and Laredo, TX - OEM and Vendor: - Zoetis Inc. is the exclusive Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and sole source for the BM86 Immunomodulator - Products Requested: - BM86 Immunomodulator 10DS 20ML vials (injectable vaccine for cattle fever tick treatment) - Quantities: 1,400 vials (per solicitation); 14,000 doses (per justification) - No part number specified - Product is experimental, USDA-approved, and manufactured exclusively by Zoetis - Unique Requirements: - Sole source procurement due to Zoetis' exclusive rights; no alternatives or substitutes accepted - Product is critical for integrated pest management and eradication of Cattle Fever Tick - Minimum 6-month production lead time; early delivery accepted - Delivery required to USDA APHIS VS Cattle Tick Fever Office in Laredo, TX - Unrestricted procurement (not set aside for small businesses) - Place of Performance and Delivery: - Delivery to USDA APHIS VS Cattle Tick Fever Office, 7209 E. Saunders, Suite #4, Laredo, TX 78041 - Contracting/government offices at 250 Marquette Ave., Suite 410, Minneapolis, MN 55401

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12.  This announcement constitutes the only solicitation.  Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. 

The intended source for this acquisition is Zoetis Inc.

The proposed contractor, Zoetis Inc. has exclusive property rights to this product and no alternatives are available to meet USDA requirements.

Solicitation number 12639526Q0079 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for 1,400 BM86 Immunomodulator 10DS 20ML Vials  

This acquisition  is not set-aside for small business concerns.  The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 325412  The small business size standard is 1,300 employees  This acquisition is an unrestricted requirement.   All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.