The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), is seeking a contractor for the maintenance and service of three Genesis 25L freeze-dry/lyophilize platforms located at the National Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL) in Ames, Iowa. The contract requires annual preventative maintenance visits, the provision and replacement of specific parts, and online technical support at no additional cost, ensuring that the equipment remains within the manufacturer's specifications. These platforms are crucial for producing diagnostic reagents for tests related to High Path Avian Influenza and other domestic diseases, highlighting their importance in veterinary diagnostics. Interested parties should contact Caroline Russell at caroline.russell@usda.gov or call 202-570-2312 for further details, with maintenance expected to commence within 45 days post-contract award.