Thermo Electron Chromatography System Service Maintenance
ID: HT941025N0075Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VETERINARY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (J065)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/cfbbba553bbf4ad49e36f62a3b6d6aaf/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense's Defense Health Agency intends to award a sole source contract to Thermo Electron North America LLC for the maintenance and repair of three Ion Chromatography Systems at the Navy Environmental Preventive Medicine Unit in San Diego, California. The contract, which is set to run from April 15, 2025, to January 22, 2026, requires the contractor to perform at least one annual preventive maintenance service, provide unlimited technical support, and ensure the systems remain operational at optimal levels. This procurement is critical for maintaining the functionality of essential health monitoring systems within the military health infrastructure, classified under NAICS code 811210 for Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance. Interested parties may submit capability statements to challenge the sole source intent by April 11, 2025, and should direct inquiries to Jane Pamintuan at jane.pamintuan.civ@health.mil or call 210-952-7084.

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    Jane Pamintuan
    (210) 952-7084
    jane.pamintuan.civ@health.mil
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    HT941025N0075 NOI to Sole Source ThermoElectron.pdf
    The Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity intends to negotiate a sole source contract with Thermo Electron North America LLC for maintenance and repair services for three Ion Chromatography (IC) Systems. This fixed-price contract is planned for the period from April 15, 2025, to January 22, 2026, and falls under FAR 13.501(a) regulations as only one responsible source is available for the required services. The contractor will provide all necessary resources and support to ensure optimal system operation, including preventive maintenance visits and technical support. The procurement is classified under the NAICS code 811210 for Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance, with a small business size standard of $34 million. There are no restrictions for small businesses, and interested parties may submit capability statements to challenge or respond to the intent to sole source. The closing date for such submissions is April 11, 2025. This notice highlights the government's discretion in determining whether to engage in competitive procurement based on the received responses.
    PWS THERMO ELECTRON ICS.pdf
    The Department of Defense's Defense Health Agency has issued a Performance Work Statement (PWS) for the maintenance and repair of Thermo Electron Ion Chromatography Systems at the Navy Environmental and Preventive Medicine Unit Five in San Diego, California. This non-personal services contract requires the contractor to perform at least one annual preventive maintenance service, provide unlimited technical support, and ensure that three specific Ion Chromatography systems remain operational in optimal condition. The contract outlines responsibilities, including the provision of necessary personnel, equipment, and genuine parts for repairs. The contractor must respond to emergency issues within 24 hours and normal requests within 72 hours. Written reports for any maintenance or repair tasks are required within one business day. The contractor must be an authorized dealer or distributor of the equipment to maintain warranty and service conditions. The document emphasizes the critical nature of timely support and the importance of adhering to various performance requirements and deliverables, ensuring the efficient operation of vital health monitoring systems within the military health infrastructure.
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