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65 -- UPGRADE MICROBIOLOGICAL ANALYZER Sol N0016896MD3701B, N00168-96-Q-0035, Due 122095, POC Contracting Officer, Sharon Steelman, 301/295-0285. Analyzer Microbiological Upgrade to be negotiated on a sole source basis with Biomerieux Vitek, Inc. for the following 1) One (1) Each VIP Upgrade Package which includes the following: CC1 Computer Module, BioLiasion, 45 Well Card Capability, Vitek Expert System & Bidirectional Interface, 2) One (1) Each Update to 240 capability (addit. reader) 3) One (1) Each X station for laboratory-additional CRT. All responsible sources may submit an offer which shall be considered. (304)

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