Electro-Mechanical Dynamic Load Frame System
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Quick Summary
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH), is soliciting proposals for an Electro-Mechanical Dynamic Load Frame System and a Post-Warranty Service and Maintenance Agreement. This system will expand the FDA's testing capabilities for larger medical devices and material samples, increasing capacity from 3,000 N to 10,000 N. This is an Unrestricted, Full and Open Competition. Proposals are due May 28, 2026, at 1:00 PM Central Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement includes a floor-standing, dual support column, oil-free Electro-Mechanical Dynamic Load Frame System with specific dimensional constraints. Key technical specifications include static force capacity of ±1,500 lbf, dynamic force of ±2,200 lbf, and dynamic torque of ±800 lbf-in. The system must support dynamic testing up to 100 Hz, include a compatible load cell, and comply with ASTM E4/ISO 7500-1 class 0.5. It must also feature safety interlocks, a controller with jog pendent, and data acquisition capabilities (at least 8 kHz).
Additionally, a comprehensive Post-Warranty Service and Maintenance Agreement is required for at least one year post-installation, with four (4) one-year option periods. This agreement mandates services by formally trained and certified OEM technicians, including corrective/remedial repairs within 2-3 business days, direct access to an OEM call center, and an 8-business-hour response time for technical solutions.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price.
- Period of Performance: Instrument warranty period plus four (4) one-year option periods for service/maintenance.
- Place of Performance: U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Center for Devices and Radiological Health, Silver Spring, MD.
- NAICS Code: 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing) with a 1,000-employee size standard.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted, Full and Open Competition.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Deadline: May 28, 2026, 1:00 PM Central Time.
- Submission Method: Via e-Mail to howard.nesmith@fda.hhs.gov, referencing solicitation number 76F40126Q132448.
- Evaluation Criteria: Lowest price technically acceptable and responsible offeror. Offers will be evaluated first on technical acceptability, then on price.
- Quote Acceptance: Prices must be held firm through September 30, 2026.
- Key Requirements: Offerors must be registered and active in SAM.gov, include their UEI, and submit an Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR) for non-508 compliant items. Price quotes must be FOB Destination, including all shipping, handling, delivery, installation, and training. Rigging service is required.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Howard Nesmith (howard.nesmith@fda.hhs.gov, 301-796-2138).