MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR SERVICE AGREEMENT FOR A STELLARIS CONFOCAL SYSTEM
ID: NOI-NIAD-25-2253577Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTHNATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH NIAIDBETHESDA, MD, 20892, USA

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/19ac111765144dc7ac6c0e963f7a2b16/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Jan 8, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Jan 8, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Jan 20, 2025, 3:00 PM UTC
Description

The National Institutes of Health (NIH), specifically the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), is seeking to establish a one-year maintenance and repair service agreement for various Leica microscopy equipment. The contract, which will run from March 1, 2025, to February 29, 2026, is intended for the repair and maintenance of specific Leica instruments, including ultramicrotomes and sputter coaters, all of which are critical for advanced laboratory research. As this is a sole source requirement, only Leica Microsystems Inc. or their priority partners are eligible to provide the necessary services, and interested vendors must submit a capability statement demonstrating their qualifications by January 20, 2025. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact Kelly Lowe at kelly.lowe@nih.gov or by phone at 406-802-6180.

Point(s) of Contact
Kelly Lowe
(406) 802-6180
kelly.lowe@nih.gov
Files
Title
Posted
2_NOI_Leica_Microsystems.pdf
Jan 8, 2025, 8:05 PM UTC
The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) is issuing a pre-solicitation notice for a one-year service contract with Leica Microsystems Inc. for the repair and maintenance of various Leica microscopy equipment, which is specified to be performed from March 1, 2025, to February 29, 2026. The notice includes serial numbers and descriptions of the equipment requiring service. As this is a sole source requirement based on 41 U.S.C. 1901 (a) (1), only Leica Microsystems or their priority partners can meet the service needs. Vendors wishing to submit a capability statement must demonstrate they can provide priority service and have a partnership with Leica. Interested parties can submit their statements via email by January 20, 2025, for consideration. The government holds discretion on whether to proceed with competitive quotations based on responses received. This document exemplifies the formal communication protocol within government contracting processes while emphasizing the unique requirements for specialized equipment maintenance.
Lifecycle
Title
Type
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR SERVICE AGREEMENT FOR A STELLARIS CONFOCAL SYSTEM
Currently viewing
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Similar Opportunities
Annual Maintenance Service Contract for AXR confocal
Buyer not available
The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the National Institutes of Health (NIH), intends to award a sole source contract to Nikon Instruments, Inc. for the annual maintenance service of the AXR confocal system, which includes a service agreement covering specific equipment and software updates. This maintenance is crucial for ensuring the operational integrity of the Nikon AXR confocal system, which is essential for research conducted by the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD). The contract is set for a one-year coverage period from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and interested parties must submit their capability statements by 9:00 AM (Eastern Time) on May 1, 2025, to the primary contact, Van V. Holley, at holleyv@od.nih.gov.
SERVICE AGREEMENT FOR EAGLE 4K CAMERA AND TEM MICROSCOPE
Buyer not available
The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the National Institutes of Health (NIH) through its National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), intends to negotiate a service agreement for a Transmission Electron Microscope (TEM) and an Eagle 4K HR 200kV Camera with FEI Company. This procurement aims to secure a premium service contract that will ensure the maintenance and operational efficiency of these critical instruments, which collectively hold a value exceeding three million dollars. The service agreement is essential for minimizing downtime and providing access to expert technicians trained specifically for these devices, thereby safeguarding the integrity of ongoing biodefense research initiatives. Interested vendors capable of providing comparable services are invited to submit a capabilities statement via the NIAID electronic Simplified Acquisition Submission System (eSASS) by 12:00 PM EST on May 1, 2025, with further details available through the provided contact information.
SERVICE AGREEMENT FOR THERMO ELECTRON LABORATORY EQUIPMENT (AMBIS 2247584)
Buyer not available
The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the National Institutes of Health (NIH) through the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), is soliciting quotes for maintenance agreements on Thermo Electron laboratory equipment, critical for research involving complex proteomic data. The procurement, identified by solicitation number RFQ-NIAID-25-2247584, requires comprehensive service plans for various mass spectrometry instruments, ensuring prompt maintenance response times, priority technical support, and regular preventive maintenance visits. This equipment is essential for analyzing high-value samples in ongoing research projects, and the contract period spans from March 19, 2025, to March 18, 2026. Interested vendors must submit their quotes electronically by December 30, 2024, and can contact Kimberly Rubio at kimberly.rubio@nih.gov for further information.
12-Month maintenance agreement for Qtrap Mass Spectrometers
Buyer not available
The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the National Institutes of Health (NIH) through its National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), is seeking to establish a 12-month maintenance agreement for Qtrap Mass Spectrometers with AB Sciex LLC. The procurement requires telephone technical support to be available within four hours and prioritized repair services within 48 hours, along with annual periodic maintenance for various laboratory equipment models. This maintenance agreement is critical for ensuring the operational efficiency and reliability of essential scientific instruments used in research. Interested parties must submit capability statements by April 29, 2025, to be considered, and all submissions should be made via the NIAID electronic Simplified Acquisition Submission System (eSASS) at HTTPS://ESASS.NIH.GOV. For further inquiries, potential vendors can contact Mildred Moss at mildred.moss@nih.gov or Tonia Alexander at talexander@niaid.nih.gov.
Maintenance and Repair Service for an Automated Liquid Handling System
Buyer not available
The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is seeking proposals for maintenance and repair services for a Hamilton Microlab VANTAGE 1.3 Automated Liquid Handling System, which is crucial for ongoing research on neurodegenerative diseases at the National Institute on Aging. The contract will cover preventative maintenance, repairs, and software updates to ensure the system's optimal functionality, with a performance period from June 17, 2025, to June 16, 2029, including options for extensions. This system plays a vital role in supporting research efforts related to Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, underscoring the importance of reliable maintenance services. Interested vendors must submit their quotations by May 1, 2025, at 9:00 AM EDT, and can direct inquiries to Rashiid Cummins at rashiid.cummins@nih.gov.
MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT FOR MULTIPLE AUTOCLAVES AND OTHER EQUIPMENT
Buyer not available
The Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is seeking proposals for a maintenance agreement covering multiple autoclaves and related equipment at its facility in Gaithersburg, Maryland. The contract, identified as RFQ-NIAID-25-2259706, requires the selected vendor to provide four preventive maintenance inspections annually, quarterly filter replacements for the autoclaves, and emergency service visits within 12 hours of a request. This maintenance is crucial for ensuring the operational readiness and safety of critical laboratory equipment used in medical research. Interested small businesses must submit their quotes by May 3, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. EST, and can direct inquiries to Kelly Lowe at kelly.lowe@nih.gov.
SPT Labtech Service Contract
Buyer not available
The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the National Institutes of Health (NIH), intends to award a sole source service contract to SPT Labtech Limited for the maintenance of liquid handling systems used in immunobiology research. The contract will support the B Cell Analytic group of the Vaccine Immunology Program, which relies on SPT Labtech's Firefly and Dragonfly systems to analyze immune responses in clinical evaluations related to HIV vaccines. This procurement is critical for ensuring data integrity and continuity in research, as SPT Labtech is the only vendor capable of providing the necessary services for these specialized instruments. Interested vendors may submit their capabilities statements to Seth Schaffer at seth.schaffer@nih.gov within 15 days of this notice, with the contract expected to be awarded within 20 days. The period of performance spans from May 27, 2025, to May 26, 2028, with the place of performance located in Gaithersburg, Maryland.
MSD TOTAL SERVICE PACKAGE SILVER FOR CCD CAMERA
Buyer not available
The National Institutes of Health (NIH), specifically the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), intends to negotiate a sole-source contract with Meso Scale Diagnostics for a Total Service Package Silver for a CCD Camera. This procurement aims to support the Vaccine Research Center's efforts in developing monoclonal antibodies and vaccines for infectious diseases, including COVID-19, by utilizing a highly sensitive electrochemiluminescent (ECL) assay system for antibody detection. The urgency of this requirement is underscored by the ongoing threat of COVID-19 variants, making the timely provision of these services critical. Interested vendors must submit their capabilities statements via the NIAID electronic Simplified Acquisition Submission System (eSASS) by May 1, 2025, at 12:00 PM EST, with further details available through the provided contact information: Maliaka Pinkney at maliaka.pinkney@nih.gov or Jesse Weidow at weidowjd@niaid.nih.gov.
Preventative Maintenance Agreement
Buyer not available
Solicitation Notice: HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF - NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH is seeking a Preventative Maintenance Agreement for integration systems used in the current Operating Rooms to the Education Room in Bethesda, Maryland, United States. The purpose of this agreement is to support the existing systems and prevent delay in case the integration system goes down. The agreement requires remote monitoring capabilities, collaboration among NIH and other research institutes, and web-based and teleconference consultation and collaboration. The contract duration includes a base year and two option years. This acquisition is being conducted using policies unique to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 13. Interested parties may respond to this notice, and the Government will determine whether to compete the requirement based on the responses received.
2 Ultralow temperature freezers and one (1) centrifuge– Fisher Scientific, Inc
Buyer not available
The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the National Institutes of Health (NIH), intends to award a sole source contract to Fisher Scientific Company LLC for the procurement of two ultralow temperature freezers and one centrifuge. This equipment is essential for replacing aged laboratory equipment and will support the expanding testing needs of the Microbiology Service within the Department of Laboratory Medicine at the NIH Clinical Center in Bethesda, Maryland. The acquisition is critical for ensuring the continuity of laboratory operations and the proper storage of clinical patient specimens and test reagents. Interested parties may submit capability statements to Damien Goines at damien.goines@nih.gov by May 10, 2025, at 9:00 AM (EST).