The United States Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases (USAMRIID) requires a service contract for preventative maintenance and repair of sterilization, cage washing, glassware washing, tunnel washing, and water treatment equipment across its Biosafety Labs (BSL) 1, 2, 3, and 4. The contract will cover 49 existing Getinge sterilizers, with an additional 14 units needing service soon, totaling 63. Many units are beyond their lifecycle, with original equipment manufacturers no longer providing repair parts for control systems, necessitating upgrades. The scope of work includes on-site repair, overhaul, and adherence to OEM specifications, with bacteriological indicator tests verifying efficacy. Contractors must provide all tools and ensure personnel are US citizens, possess relevant biosafety knowledge, can enroll in the Biological Personnel Reliability Program (BPRP), and pass a security background investigation. Expertise with proprietary Slideloc door assemblies and custom Getinge autoclaves is also mandatory.

The United States Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases (USAMRIID) at Fort Detrick, Maryland, has issued a Request for Information (RFI)/Sources Sought (SS) Notice. This RFI is for market research to identify potential sources for preventative maintenance and repair of sterilization and central vacuum equipment in Biosafety Labs (BSL) 1, 2, 3, and 4. The purpose is to maintain critical sterilization, cage and glassware washing, tunnel washers, and water treatment systems essential for USAMRIID's mission to protect warfighters from biological threats and investigate disease outbreaks. This is not a solicitation for proposals, and no contract will be awarded from this announcement. Small business sources registered under NAICS code 811210 (Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance) are encouraged to respond by December 12, 2025, with capability statements addressing the Minimum Essential Characteristics (MECs).