SERVICE AGREEMENT FOR THERMO ELECTRON LABORATORY EQUIPMENT (AMBIS 2247584)
ID: RFQ-NIAID-25-2247584Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTHNATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH NIAIDBETHESDA, MD, 20892, 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 Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the National Institutes of Health (NIH) through the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), is soliciting quotes for maintenance agreements on Thermo Electron laboratory equipment, critical for research involving complex proteomic data. The procurement, identified by solicitation number RFQ-NIAID-25-2247584, requires comprehensive service plans for various mass spectrometry instruments, ensuring prompt maintenance response times, priority technical support, and regular preventive maintenance visits. This equipment is essential for analyzing high-value samples in ongoing research projects, and the contract period spans from March 19, 2025, to March 18, 2026. Interested vendors must submit their quotes electronically by December 30, 2024, and can contact Kimberly Rubio at kimberly.rubio@nih.gov for further information.

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    The document outlines the contract terms and conditions required for federal contracts involving commercial products and services, specifically focusing on clauses that implement various statutes and executive orders. Key provisions include compliance with regulations related to confidential agreements, restrictions on certain technology providers, and mandates for equitable employment practices such as equal opportunity and non-discrimination. Notably, there are clauses concerning small business support, whistleblower protections, and requirements related to subcontracting with disadvantaged business concerns. The structure categorizes clauses into several segments: required compliance, clauses indicated by the contracting officer, and flow-down requirements for subcontractors. Additionally, the document mandates compliance with oversight provisions allowing the Comptroller General access to records for audit purposes. The purpose of these stipulations is to ensure that contractors uphold legal standards, promote fair labor practices, and enhance transparency and accountability in government contracting, reflecting the overarching goal of promoting compliance in federal acquisitions.
    The National Institutes of Health (NIH), specifically the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), is soliciting quotes for maintenance agreements on Thermo Electron laboratory equipment, critical for research involving complex proteomic data. This request, under solicitation number RFQ-NIAID-25-2247584, will be processed through Simplified Acquisition Procedures. The procurement, classified under NAICS code 811210, excludes small business set-asides and aims for open competition. Key requirements include a comprehensive service plan for various instruments, featuring prompt response times for maintenance, priority technical support, regular preventive maintenance visits, and necessary software updates. Vendors must provide manufacturer certification to ensure equivalent service quality. The contract term is from March 19, 2025, to March 18, 2026, and payment terms are quarterly in arrears. Vendors must submit their quotes electronically by December 30, 2024, while adhering to specific federal acquisition regulations. The contract award will prioritize technical capability and pricing, affirming the government’s commitment to maintaining critical research infrastructure and enhancing scientific capabilities within the federal health sector.
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