Notice of Intent - Qiagen Master Service Agreement
ID: W91249-0012219705Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QM MICC-FT EISENHOWERFORT EISENHOWER, GA, 30905-5719, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- INSTRUMENTS AND LABORATORY EQUIPMENT (J066)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f0bb5a5d17d64499a50cba4a16591320/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army's Mission and Installation Contracting Command at Fort Eisenhower, Georgia, intends to award a sole-source contract to Qiagen Inc. for annual preventive maintenance and service repair of Qiagen instruments. The contract will cover essential services including preventive maintenance, onsite technical support for instrument failures, and compliance with FBI Quality Assurance Standards and ISO 17025, ensuring minimal disruption to operations. This contract is critical for maintaining the functionality and reliability of forensic instrumentation used by the U.S. Criminal Investigation Laboratory. Interested parties must submit clear and convincing evidence of their capability to compete by 1:00 p.m. on December 27, 2024, or the contract will be awarded without further notice. For inquiries, contact Nina Rachal at nina.m.rachal.civ@army.mil or 706-791-9973.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Nina Rachal
    (706) 791-9973
    nina.m.rachal.civ@army.mil
    Ashley Scott
    (706) 791-1831
    (706) 791-8651
    ashley.t.scott3.civ@army.mil
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    PWS Qiagen Master Service Agreement.docx
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for a non-personnel services contract between the U.S. Criminal Investigation Laboratory and the contractor for annual preventive maintenance and service of Qiagen instruments. The contractor is tasked with maintaining equipment in compliance with FBI Quality Assurance Standards and ISO 17025, ensuring minimal disruption in operations. This contract covers one base year from January to December 2025 and includes provisions for emergency service, preventive maintenance, and technical support. All contractor personnel must adhere to security protocols while working on the Army installation. The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary personnel, tools, and materials, with the government supplying specific equipment and utilities. Performance will be periodically assessed via a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan, focusing on compliance with safety directives and maintenance standards. The summarized requirements encapsulate the contract’s emphasis on quality control, timely service, and adherence to strict security measures, establishing a structured approach to manage technical support for forensic instrumentation.
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