QUATTRO ESEM SERVICE MAINTENANCE PACKAGE
ID: N0017324Q5283Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL RESEARCH LABORATORYWASHINGTON, DC, 20375-5328, USA

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Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

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

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https://sam.gov/opp/5854b55872e9405db219438a2929e0c9/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Naval Research Laboratory, intends to award a sole source contract for a one-year service maintenance package for the Quattro Environmental Scanning Electron Microscope to FEI Company. This procurement is critical for maintaining the operational integrity of the specialized equipment used in advanced research and development activities. The contract will be executed under Simplified Acquisition Procedures, with a focus on ensuring that the necessary maintenance services are provided efficiently and effectively. Interested parties have 15 calendar days from the publication of this notice to express their interest and capability, with inquiries directed to Richard Key at richard.a.key2.civ@us.navy.mil.

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    RICHARD.A.KEY2.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL
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