Bruker M4 Tornado Plus 26S Service Maintenance
ID: FA8307-BRUKER-NOPCAType: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8307 AFLCMC HNCK C3INSAN ANTONIO, TX, 78243-7007, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES TESTING AND INSPECTION (6635)

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https://sam.gov/opp/1b7f795cdf0943108d0d6cb70d8e9745/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, intends to award a contract for service maintenance of the Bruker M4 Tornado Plus 26S Super Light Element Micro X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) System. The procurement involves a firm-fixed-price purchase order for recurring maintenance services, including a base contract with two optional years, valued at approximately $85,155. This specialized system is critical for both commercial and government applications, and the justification for a sole source procurement is based on Bruker being the only authorized provider of necessary services and parts in the U.S. Interested firms must express their capabilities to the Contract Specialist, Cuong Chau, at cuong.chau.1@us.af.mil, or the Contracting Officer, Rebecca Natal, at rebecca.natal.1@us.af.mil, within five days of this notice, with the award expected by September 30, 2024.

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    Cuong Chau
    cuong.chau.1@us.af.mil
    Rebecca Natal
    REBECCA.NATAL.1@US.AF.MIL
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    Synopsis Redacted Brand Name Justification Posted SAM 11 Sep 24 Redacted.pdf
    The document outlines a Sole Source Justification for the procurement of maintenance services for the Bruker M4 TORNADO Plus 26S, a specialized light element Micro-XRF system, by the United States Air Force Life Cycle Management Center. The acquisition involves a base contract with two optional years, valued at approximately $85,155. The justification is based on the conclusion that Bruker is the sole provider of necessary services and parts in the U.S., as they do not authorize third-party service providers, ensuring compliance with existing contractual obligations. The Air Force's lack of technical data further necessitates reliance on Bruker for repair and maintenance. Market research confirms the necessity of the Bruker system due to its strong performance in both commercial and government applications. The procurement will proceed under simplified acquisition procedures, which permit bypassing standard competitive requirements due to unique circumstances. A commitment to publish a redacted version of this justification aims to promote transparency while inviting input from potential suppliers in future acquisitions.
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