QIACube Maintenance Agreement
ID: 75F401-25-Q-1283413Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFFOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATIONFDA OFFICE OF ACQ GRANT SVCSBeltsville, MD, 20705, 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, specifically the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), is seeking proposals for a maintenance agreement for its QIACube system, essential for the Atlanta Human and Animal Food Laboratory's molecular biology operations. The procurement requires a comprehensive service agreement that includes repair, labor, travel, and a loaner instrument, ensuring compliance with ISO accreditation standards and continuity in critical DNA and RNA extraction processes. The contract will commence on February 1, 2025, and run for one year, with options for four additional years, and proposals are due by 11:59 PM EST on January 3, 2025. Interested vendors can contact James O’Keefe at 301-796-7371 or via email at James.OKeefeIII@fda.hhs.gov for further information.

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    The Atlanta Human and Animal Food Laboratory (ATLHAFL) is seeking to obtain a service agreement for its QIAcube Connect, serial #1435, to ensure continuity in its critical molecular biology work, particularly in DNA and RNA extraction for whole genome sequencing. The service agreement is essential for covering repair costs and meeting ISO accreditation requirements through an annual preventative maintenance (PM) inspection. The contractor will provide a full repair service agreement for one year with options for four additional years, covering repair, labor, travel, and a loaner instrument during offsite services. Key responsibilities include performing a system verification, offering prompt service responses within 48 hours, and maintaining records of all service completed. The contract will span from February 1, 2025, to January 31, 2026, with potential extensions. Service delivery must occur on weekdays, excluding federal holidays, and contractors must coordinate services with the designated laboratory contact. Overall, this document outlines the procurement needs for vital laboratory equipment service, emphasizing the necessity for timely maintenance and compliance with regulatory standards.
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