The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Research and Development Center (ERDC), is seeking to award a Firm Fixed Price contract for annual service and maintenance of the Empyrean X-ray Diffractometer and Epsilon X-ray Fluorescence equipment, which are critical for geotechnical and structural laboratory operations in Vicksburg, Mississippi. The procurement requires comprehensive support services, including hardware and software phone and remote support, annual preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, spare parts coverage, and emergency support, all of which must be performed by the original equipment manufacturer, Malvern Panalytical, to ensure compliance with warranty conditions. This sole source acquisition is justified due to the proprietary nature of the technology involved, which limits competition and necessitates specialized service capabilities. Interested vendors may submit capability statements to Jon-Vincent Holden and David Ammermann by 1:00 PM CST on October 2, 2024, for consideration in determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement.