Bruker Maldi TOF Maintenance
ID: 75F401-25-Q-1283283Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFFOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATIONFDA OFFICE OF ACQ GRANT SVCSBeltsville, MD, 20705, USA

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

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

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), is seeking proposals for a full-service maintenance agreement for its Bruker MALDI TOF system, with a contract start date of January 16, 2025, and four optional one-year extensions. The contractor will be responsible for comprehensive maintenance services, including all repairs, annual preventative maintenance, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, with a focus on supporting the FDA's mission to monitor antimicrobial resistance in foodborne and zoonotic pathogens. Interested small businesses must submit their quotes by 11:59 PM EST on January 3, 2025, and can direct inquiries to James O’Keefe at 301-796-7371 or via email at James.OKeefeIII@fda.hhs.gov.

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    The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeks to procure a full-service maintenance agreement for its Bruker MALDI Biotyper Commercial Module instrument system, effective from January 16, 2025, with four additional one-year options. This agreement entails comprehensive coverage for all repairs and the annual preventative maintenance service, which the contractor must provide at no extra cost. Key requirements include prompt troubleshooting, immediate access to certified replacement parts, and updates from the original manufacturer. The contractor must ensure that service engineers are trained by the manufacturer and provide documentation of this training. The period of performance covers five years, including regulatory compliance tasks such as safety testing and issuing a Certificate of Maintainability. The contract obligates the contractor to cover all associated costs and ensure that equipment remains operational according to the manufacturer's specifications. The maintenance services are essential to support the FDA's mission of monitoring antimicrobial resistance in foodborne and zoonotic pathogens, leveraging the capabilities of the scientific instrument for effective public health regulation.
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