Pipette Calibration Services
ID: PANHCA-25-0000-006032Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW40M USA HCAJBSA FT SAM HOUSTON, TX, 78234-4504, USA

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/baab42bf88f74b5db694b073784f2122/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking qualified contractors to provide pipette calibration services at the Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC) in Fort Cavazos, Texas. The procurement aims to ensure on-site calibration and repair of Rainin brand laboratory pipettes to meet accreditation standards, as the current in-house methods are deemed insufficient. This service is critical for maintaining the quality and compliance of laboratory operations, particularly in specialized labs that require precise calibration for effective functioning. Interested businesses, especially small enterprises, must submit their capability statements by April 4, 2025, to the designated contacts, Colleen Rye and Derek Meilinger, via the provided email addresses, as this notice serves solely for market research and does not guarantee contract awards.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Colleen Rye
    colleen.m.rye.civ@health.mil
    Derek Meilinger (Contracting Officer)
    (210) 539-8665
    derek.t.meilinger.civ@health.mil
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    Sources Sought Pipette Services.pdf
    The Brooke Army Medical Center is issuing a Sources Sought Notice to conduct market research for on-site calibration services for Rainin brand pipettes to meet accreditation standards. The Medical Readiness Contracting Office-West seeks input from interested businesses, particularly small enterprises across various socioeconomic categories, to gauge their capability to fulfill these requirements. The current in-house calibration methods by the BAMC Department of Pathology are insufficient for accreditation, necessitating certified external services for laboratory pipettes, particularly in specialized labs. Responses are encouraged from organizations that can address calibration needs, including comprehensive capability statements and organizational details. The procurement aligns with NAICS code 811210 for Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance. Interested parties must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and submit responses by 04 April 2025, directly to the designated contact persons, as telephone inquiries are not accepted. This notice serves purely as a gathering of information and does not impose any commitment from the government for contract awards.
    SOW.pdf
    The Statement of Work (SOW) for the Laboratory Pipette Calibration and Service at Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC) outlines non-personnel services required for maintaining lab equipment. The Contractor is responsible for providing all personnel and necessary equipment for on-site calibration and repair of laboratory pipettes according to accreditation standards. They must schedule services with BAMC, report any needed repairs, and ensure compliance with background checks for site access. Services include prompt repairs, shipping of equipment if necessary, and documentation for validation and record-keeping. The contract covers a base year and four option years, detailing invoicing protocols through the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system. The Contractor must provide fixed pricing and maintain service records for five years post-contract. Key personnel contacts include the Contracting Officer Representative and Deputy Chief Microbiology, ensuring communication and oversight throughout the project. The main aim of this SOW is to ensure consistent quality in laboratory operations while adhering to professional standards and ethics.
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