Service Maintenance and Support for Philips MR7700 3T MRI Scanner and Chiller
ID: 75N95025Q00084Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

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

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VETERINARY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (J065)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/ddce8dd5fa9c4e13a59015fd0fec9a4d/view
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is seeking qualified small businesses to provide service maintenance and support for the Philips MR7700 3T MRI scanner and its associated chiller located at Medstar Harbor Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. The procurement aims to establish a comprehensive service contract that includes preventive maintenance, routine upgrades, and emergency repairs, ensuring minimal operational downtime and compliance with regulatory standards for clinical diagnostic devices. This MRI scanner is crucial for conducting studies on human subjects under NIH Clinical Trial protocols, necessitating rapid access to replacement parts and factory-trained technicians for effective maintenance. Interested small businesses must submit their capability statements by December 26, 2024, to Emily Palombo at emily.palombo@nih.gov, with a focus on demonstrating their qualifications and ability to meet the outlined project requirements.

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    Emily Palombo
    emily.palombo@nih.gov
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    Statement of Work.pdf
    The document outlines a Statement of Work (SOW) for a service maintenance contract for the Philips MR7700 3T MRI scanner and its chiller at the National Institute on Aging (NIA), located at Medstar Harbor Hospital in Baltimore, MD. The aim is to establish a comprehensive maintenance agreement covering preventive maintenance, upgrades, and repairs carried out by OEM-certified technicians to ensure regulatory compliance and minimal operational downtime. Key components of the service include on-site inspections, emergency repairs, and remote monitoring of equipment, all conducted by trained personnel with access to proprietary parts. The contract spans multiple years with specific periods of performance attached to both the MRI scanner and chiller. The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary services and materials, with a focus on maintaining data confidentiality regarding clinical trials. Additionally, the document emphasizes the requirement for timely access to replacement parts and the warranty conditions for services rendered. This procurement aligns with federal guidelines for health-related equipment maintenance, reflecting a commitment to patient safety and efficient clinical operations.
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