# SAM #N0017327P1301422830

NRL sole-source intent for a Lynx refrigerated centrifuge

**Buyer:** NRL
**Posted:** October 08, 2026
**Respond By:** October 12, 2026
**Identifier:** N0017327P1301422830
**NAICS:** 334516, 423490

The Naval Research Laboratory plans a sole-source purchase of a high-capacity refrigerated centrifuge for laboratory use.
- **Agency:** Naval Research Laboratory (NRL), Department of the Navy / Office of Naval Research.
- **Proposed supplier:** Fisher Scientific; the notice describes an intended sole-source purchase, not an award.
- **Product:** One Lynx laboratory-scale, floor-standing refrigerated centrifuge.
  - Required capacity: 6 liters of liquid.
  - Required performance: greater than 17,500 × g.
  - Model and part number are not specified.
- **Competition:** Interested parties may submit clear and convincing evidence that competition would benefit the Government. This is not a request for competitive proposals.
- **Classification:** NAICS 334516; PSC 6640.
- **Timing:** No performance dates or contract duration are provided.

### Description

<p><strong>&nbsp;NRL NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD A SOLE SOURCE </strong></p>

<p>This Notice of Intent is not a request for competitive proposals.&nbsp; This is not a solicitation or request for offers. &nbsp;No solicitation package is available and email requests will not be honored.&nbsp; Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.&nbsp;</p>

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	<li>The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) intends to award a sole source purchase order to Fisher Scientific: Purchase Lynx laboratory-scale floor-standing refrigerated centrifuge with the capacity to spin 6 liters of liquid to &gt;17.5k x g.</li>
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<p>The North American Industry Classification System Code (NAICS) for this requirement is 334516 with the size standard of large. The Federal Supply Code (FSC) / Product Service Code (PSC) procurement is 6640.</p>

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<p>This purchase will be made utilizing Simplified Acquisition Procedures in accordance with:</p>

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	<li>Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 13.106-1(b) for purchases not exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold of $250,000.&nbsp;</li>
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<p>Interested parties may identify their interests and capability to respond to this requirement in accordance with the posted opening and closing dates.&nbsp; Any response to this notice must show clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government.&nbsp;&nbsp; Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct a competitive procurement. &nbsp;A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed purchase order based upon response to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. &nbsp;No reimbursement for any cost connected with providing capability information will be provided.</p>

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<p>Please reference this Notice of Intent number, N00173-27-P-1301422830 on your correspondence and in the &ldquo;Subject&rdquo; line of your email.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Closes 10/12/26 0800 hours</p>

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