Software License and Device Warranty for Two Nanopore GridION Instruments
ID: 75F401-24-Q-1279476AType: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFFOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATIONFDA OFFICE OF ACQ GRANT SVCSBeltsville, MD, 20705, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance (811310)

PSC

SPECIAL STUDIES/ANALYSIS- SCIENTIFIC DATA (B529)

Set Aside

8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8) (8AN)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/28a182ca6fb845eabe586c88fc624c03/view
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), is seeking to procure a Software License and Device Warranty for two Nanopore GridION instruments, which are critical for the FDA's Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) initiatives focused on genomic data collection and analysis. The procurement aims to ensure optimal performance of these instruments through software and hardware updates, remote troubleshooting, and a return and replace policy for faulty devices, with a total cost of $25,000 for a one-year warranty and license renewal. This acquisition underscores the FDA's commitment to enhancing pathogen identification capabilities through advanced genomic technology, with the performance period set from September 28, 2024, to September 27, 2025, and the possibility of extending for three additional years, subject to funding. Interested vendors should submit their quotes electronically to Raphael Hall at raphael.hall@fda.hhs.gov by September 19, 2024, at 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Raphael Hall
    raphael.hall@fda.hhs.gov
    James O’Keefe
    (301) 796-7371
    James.OKeefeIII@fda.hhs.gov
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    Updated Requirements Document Two Nanopore GridION.docx
    The CFSAN Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the acquisition of a Software License and Device Warranty for two Nanopore GridION instruments, integral for the FDA’s Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) initiatives focused on foodborne pathogens and beneficial microbes. The instruments are crucial for collecting and analyzing genomic data and are used by researchers in the Office of Applied Research and Safety Assessment. The contract ensures that the instruments are maintained for optimal performance through software and hardware updates, remote troubleshooting, and a return and replace policy for faulty devices. The total cost for a one-year warranty and license renewal for both devices is $25,000. The performance period is from September 28, 2024, to September 27, 2025, with an option for three additional years, subject to funding. On-site services will adhere to federal holidays and weather-related closures, emphasizing the need for flexibility in scheduling. This SOW highlights the FDA's ongoing commitment to enhance pathogen identification capabilities through advanced genomic technology.
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