XRD Instrument Repair
ID: W91249-0012232010Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QM MICC-FT EISENHOWERFORT EISENHOWER, GA, 30905-5719, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

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https://sam.gov/opp/fa03b06f5adf4282bc190928a66e8383/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Mission and Installation Contracting Command at Fort Eisenhower, Georgia, intends to negotiate a sole-source contract for the repair of Bruker XRD instruments. The procurement involves providing technical support for instrument failures, necessary repairs, and coverage for warranted items, including the cost of materials and the service engineer's labor. This service is critical for maintaining the operational efficiency of analytical laboratory instruments, which play a vital role in various defense-related applications. Interested parties must submit clear and convincing evidence of their capability to compete by January 17, 2025, as the government may proceed with the award without further notice if no affirmative responses are received. For inquiries, contact Shecoriya Byrd at shecoriya.r.byrd.civ@army.mil or Ashley Scott at ashley.t.scott3.civ@army.mil.

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    Shecoriya Byrd
    shecoriya.r.byrd.civ@army.mil
    Ashley Scott
    ashley.t.scott3.civ@army.mil
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