New York State Contract Reporter #2138030

Sole Source Extension for Chlamydia and Gonorrhea Screening in Monroe County

This opportunity involves a sole source contract extension by the New York State Department of Health (NYS DOH) for chlamydia and gonorrhea screening in Monroe County. - Government Buyer: - New York State Department of Health (NYS DOH) - AIDS Institute - Office of Administration and Contract Management - Vendors and OEMs: - No specific OEMs or vendors for test kits are named in the notice - Products/Services Requested: - Nucleic acid amplification test kits for chlamydia and gonorrhea screening - Technology recommended by the CDC and Association of Public Health Laboratories - Enhanced screening services for high-risk populations in Monroe County - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Sole source extension due to Monroe County's unique qualifications - Exemption from competitive advertising - Focus on high-risk populations and use of CDC-recommended technology - Emphasis on the importance of screening due to asymptomatic nature of chlamydia and gonorrhea

Description

The NYS Department of Health intends to extend funding for its contract with Monroe County to continue enhanced chlamydia and gonorrhea screening among high-risk populations. This includes the purchase of nucleic acid amplification test kits, the recommended test technology by the CDC and the Association of Public Health Laboratories. Most individuals with chlamydia are asymptomatic, making screening critical. Due to the unique qualifications of Monroe County and specific procurement circumstances, a competitive procurement was not feasible.

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