Chemistry Analyzer
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4600 55 CONS PKPOFFUTT AFB, NE, 68113, USA

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Other Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing (532490)

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LEASE OR RENTAL OF EQUIPMENT- INSTRUMENTS AND LABORATORY EQUIPMENT (W066)

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Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking a contractor to provide leasing and servicing for a Chemistry Analyzer at the Ehrling Bergquist Clinic in Bellevue, Nebraska. The contractor will be responsible for supplying all necessary personnel, equipment, preventive maintenance, calibration, and consumables to ensure the analyzer operates efficiently, maintaining a minimum of 95% operational uptime and compliance with Defense Health Agency standards. This procurement is critical for supporting high-quality medical care through reliable laboratory testing services, with the contract covering a base year plus four option years and a possible six-month extension. Interested parties should contact Luis Matias-Miranda at luis.matias_miranda@us.af.mil or Brian Bilello at brian.bilello@us.af.mil for further details.

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    The Performance Work Statement details the requirements for leasing and servicing a Chemistry Analyzer for the Air Force Medical Clinical Support Services at the Ehrling Bergquist Clinic in Bellevue, Nebraska. The contractor is responsible for providing personnel, equipment, preventive maintenance, calibration, and all necessary supplies for the analyzer. The service period spans a base year with four option years and a possible six-month extension. Contractors must ensure compliance with Defense Health Agency standards and maintain a minimum of 95% operational uptime with limited customer complaints. The contract includes training for personnel and extensive technical support, with the contractor covering all costs associated with maintenance, parts, and repairs. The analyzer must meet specific FDA and performance criteria, enabling efficient patient testing and integration with existing systems. Detailed service documentation and adherence to preventive maintenance schedules are mandatory to ensure optimal functionality. This document reflects the government's commitment to maintain high standards of medical care through reliable laboratory equipment and services.
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