Multi-Year Service Contract for Triple Quadrupole
ID: 140G0225Q0006Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEUS GEOLOGICAL SURVEYOFC OF ACQUISITION GRANTS-DENVERDENVER, CO, 80225, 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)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d70fb0deafd64713b9f34844706efef6/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is seeking qualified vendors for a Multi-Year Service Contract for the maintenance of an AB/Sciex API 5500 triple quadrupole mass spectrometer, essential for their Organic Geochemistry Research Laboratory. The contract will cover a period from February 22, 2025, to August 21, 2030, including an initial base year, four optional renewal years, and a potential six-month extension, emphasizing the need for regular maintenance, rapid repair services, and support from factory-certified engineers. This procurement is critical for ensuring the continuous functionality of the spectrometer, which plays a vital role in ongoing environmental research concerning contaminants in water resources. Interested parties must submit their quotes and any inquiries to Justice Pryor at jpryor@usgs.gov, adhering to the guidelines outlined in the solicitation document.

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    Pryor, Justice
    (000) 000-0000
    jpryor@usgs.gov
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    The document outlines a Request for Quotation (RFQ) from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) for a multi-year service contract to maintain the AB/Sciex API 5500 Triple Quadrupole Mass Spectrometer used in their Organic Geochemistry Research Laboratory. The contract spans from February 22, 2025, to August 21, 2030, including an initial base year and four optional renewal years, along with a six-month extension. Ensuring continuous functionality of the spectrometer is crucial for ongoing environmental research related to various contaminants in water resources. Key requirements include regular maintenance, rapid repair service, and having factory-certified engineers available. The service provider must offer extensive support, including preventive maintenance visits, unlimited troubleshooting assistance, and guarantees on repair timelines. The document also specifies clauses from the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) related to compliance, small business considerations, and sustainable products. Overall, this RFQ reflects the USGS's commitment to operational efficiency and research reliability through rigorous maintenance standards in scientific instrumentation.
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