SERVICE CONTRACT OF FORTESSA AND FACS FLOW SUPPLY SYSTEM (AMBIS 2239377)
ID: RFQ-NIAID-25-2239377Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Buyer

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

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- INSTRUMENTS AND LABORATORY EQUIPMENT (J066)

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https://sam.gov/opp/a445c1125a0a42b8bc6feff020f17216/view
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and its National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), is seeking quotes for a service contract to maintain the LSR Fortessa and FACS Flow Supply System. The procurement requires comprehensive maintenance services, including preventive inspections, OEM parts, and unlimited support to ensure the equipment remains fully operational for ongoing research. This contract is critical for maintaining the integrity of laboratory operations, with a performance period from November 8, 2024, to November 7, 2025. Interested vendors must submit their quotes via the NIAID electronic Simplified Acquisition Submission System (eSASS) by September 30, 2024, at 12:00 PM EST, and can contact Mildred Moss at mildred.moss@nih.gov or Tonia Alexander at talexander@niaid.nih.gov for further information.

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