October 4, 2011

Michael C. Ruggieri

Comar, Incorporated

One Comar Place

Buena, New Jersey 08310

Re: Becton Dickinson (BD) 2011 Supplier Recognition Program

Dear Mr Ruggieri:

On behalf of Becton Dickinson (BD) and all of our associates worldwide, we would like to congratulate Comar, Incorporated and recognize your organization as our 2011 Reagents Supplier of the Year (Gold). This accomplishment is recognition of the true partnership we have enjoyed with your company in support of our quest of “helping all people live healthy lives”. Your commitment to superior performance, continuous improvement, innovation, and customer service was singled out amongst all nominations as truly exemplary.

The supplier recognition program at BD is a process by which exceptional suppliers are recognized for their achievements. Comar, Incorporated was one of ten suppliers from our global supply base chosen for this award for 2011. This is an achievement that should be celebrated throughout your organization.

We would also like to invite representatives of your organization to attend a recognition dinner event on October 25, 2011 at the annual Procurement Global Meeting to be held at the Walt Disney World Swan, Florida. You will be contacted shortly via email regarding the details.

Once again, please accept our congratulations, and we hope that Comar, Incorporated will continue to exemplify all the ideals and practices that have brought you this recognition today.

Sincerely,

Stephen Sicak

Senior VP, ntegrated Supply Chain

Chris Shanahan

VP, Global Procurement