Library of Congress - Sole Source Notice for Bruker Portable Raman Support
ID: 2025-LGD-0012Type: Special Notice
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LIBRARY OF CONGRESSLIBRARY OF CONGRESSCONTRACTS SERVICESWashington, DC, 20540, USA

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Irradiation Apparatus Manufacturing (334517)

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PHYSICAL PROPERTIES TESTING AND INSPECTION (6635)

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https://sam.gov/opp/d6968a99ab9c408cab3109ed9fe50b70/view
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    The Library of Congress intends to award a sole-source contract to Bruker Scientific, LLC for support services related to the Bruker BRAVO portable Raman instrument, which is vital for the Library's preservation research efforts. The contract will cover a service agreement that includes annual maintenance visits, unlimited technical support, repairs, and software updates, ensuring the instrument remains operational for analyzing and preserving collection materials. This procurement is essential due to Bruker's proprietary technology, which no other vendor is authorized to service, thereby underscoring the urgency of maintaining continuous operational capability. The contract is valued below $250,000, with a performance period from July 2, 2025, to July 1, 2030, and interested parties can reach out to James Robinson at jarobinson@loc.gov for further information.

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    James Robinson
    jarobinson@loc.gov
    Lianne Carroll
    lcarroll@loc.gov
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    Attachment J-1 SOW - Bruker Portable Raman Svc.docx
    The Library of Congress seeks to secure a one-year service agreement for its Bruker BRAVO portable Raman instrument (s/n BRV00405), essential for analyzing and preserving Library collection materials via Raman spectroscopy. The agreement encompasses on-site preventative maintenance, unlimited technical support, repairs, and software updates, with the potential for up to four additional option years based on need and contractor performance. Key stipulations include an annual maintenance visit within the first six months, a 5-business day response for service repairs, and compliance with Library security protocols. The work will take place at the Library's Preservation Research and Testing Division in Washington, D.C., during standard business hours. All contracted services must be performed by personnel certified by Bruker. This service contract is vital for the ongoing preservation efforts at the Library of Congress, ensuring the functionality of critical equipment used in material preservation research.
    Attachment J-2 JA - Bruker Portable Raman Support_Redacted.pdf
    The document outlines the Justification and Approval for a contract to be awarded by the Library of Congress (LoC) under the provisions of 41 U.S.C. § 6101, allowing for other than full and open competition. Specifically, it seeks a service agreement with Bruker Scientific LLC for the Bruker BRAVO portable Raman instrument, crucial for the library's preservation research. The estimated contract value exceeds $250,000, with a performance period from July 2, 2025, to July 1, 2026, including options for four additional years. The justification for limiting competition rests on the assertion that only Bruker can provide the necessary service due to proprietary technology and replacement components, which other vendors are not authorized to handle. This situation reflects the urgency for continuous operational capability, as delays could significantly impact the Library's work with collection materials. The document emphasizes that while Bruker is uniquely qualified, efforts will be made to reassess potential competition avenues before future contracts are awarded. The contracting officer certifies that this approach is financially reasonable based on historical pricing data and market research, affirming that the selected vendor represents the best value for the government.
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