Nikon Spinning Disk Lab Maintenance
ID: 75N94025Q00051Type: Presolicitation
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HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTHNATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH NICHDBETHESDA, MD, 20817, USA

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Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

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MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- INSTRUMENTS AND LABORATORY EQUIPMENT (J066)
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is seeking quotations for maintenance services for specialized laboratory equipment, specifically the Nikon CSU-W1 Spinning Disk, LUNF XL, and ILAS2 TIRF Illuminator. The procurement aims to secure preventative maintenance and proprietary software updates to ensure the operational effectiveness of these critical instruments used in research. This contract is not set aside for small businesses due to the proprietary nature of the equipment, and proposals will be evaluated based on technical capability, price, and past performance, with a strong emphasis on technical factors. Interested vendors must submit their quotations by March 24, 2025, at 12:00 PM, to Kelly Robinson at Kelly.Robinson@nih.gov, referencing solicitation number 75N94025Q00051.

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    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) for maintenance services of specialized laboratory equipment, specifically the Nikon CSU-W1 Spinning Disk, LUNF XL, and ILAS2 TIRF Illuminator. The acquisition is classified under commercial items, and the awarded services include preventative maintenance visits and software updates throughout an effective period from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2025. The solicitation number is specified as 75N94025Q00051, with a due date for offers noted as March 14, 2025. The RFP includes terms relevant to small businesses, including categories for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses and women-owned small businesses, illustrating an intent to promote inclusive participation in government contracts. The document also mentions payment modalities, delivery terms, and regulatory compliance as governed by Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). Overall, this RFP serves as a formal request aimed at obtaining vital maintenance services to ensure the operational effectiveness of critical laboratory equipment at NICHD, reflecting the federal government's commitment to maintaining high standards in research and development facilities.
    The National Institutes of Health (NIH), specifically the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute on Child Health and Human Development (NICHD), is issuing a Request for Quotation (RFQ) under solicitation number 75N94025Q00051 for a service contract with Nikon Instruments Inc. The contract aims to secure services for a CSU-W1 Spinning Disk, LUNF XL, and ILAS2 TIRF Illuminator, which includes proprietary software updates and preventative maintenance. This effort is not set aside for small businesses, as the unique aspects of these systems are proprietary to the manufacturer. Interested vendors must submit their quotations by March 24 at 12:00 PM, referencing the solicitation number. Proposals will be evaluated based on technical capability, price, and past performance, with a significant emphasis on technical factors. Offerors must include their Unique Entity Identifier, Taxpayer Identification Number, and complete specific clauses related to offeror representations and certifications. Quotations should be emailed to Kelly Robinson and faxed copies are not accepted. This solicitation underscores a focused procurement approach in alignment with the government's standards and regulations related to specialized equipment services.
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