DNA SEQUENCING SYSTEM MAINTENANCE SUPPORT AGREEMENTS
ID: NB645060-24-01772Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGYUS

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/da7157eddacb4ef98f5fde604988c59c/view
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    The Department of Commerce, specifically the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), intends to negotiate a sole source contract for maintenance support agreements related to the Illumina MiSeq FGx DNA Sequencing System and its associated Data Analysis Server. The procurement aims to renew a Full Service Agreement and a Standard Service Agreement with Qiagen LLC, the only authorized service provider with certified engineers and OEM parts for this equipment. This maintenance support is crucial for ensuring the operational integrity and reliability of the DNA sequencing system, which plays a significant role in various scientific and research applications. Interested parties may express their interest and capability by contacting Randy E. Schroyer via email by 5:00 PM EST on September 10, 2024, as no formal solicitation package will be issued.

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    Randy E. Schroyer
    (301) 975-6314
    randy.schroyer@nist.gov
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