Illumina MiSeq Instrument Service Agreement
ID: NCTR-2025-128267Type: Sources Sought
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HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFFOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATIONFDA OFFICE OF ACQ GRANT SVCSBeltsville, MD, 20705, USA

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Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

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MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- INSTRUMENTS AND LABORATORY EQUIPMENT (J066)
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    The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is conducting market research to identify small business sources capable of providing a service agreement for the Illumina MiSeq instrument, which is essential for the National Center for Toxicological Research (NCTR). The procurement involves a preventative maintenance and corrective maintenance service agreement, including scheduled on-site visits, unlimited technical support, and adherence to OEM specifications. This service is critical for ensuring the reliability of ongoing research at the NCTR facility in Jefferson, Arkansas. Interested parties must submit their capability statements by April 30, 2025, to Nick Sartain at nick.sartain@fda.hhs.gov, referencing NCTR-2025-128267.

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