IT Hardware and Perpetual License Software
Overview
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Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Navy's Naval Medical Research Command (NMRC) intends to award a contract to Qiagen LLC for IT Hardware and Perpetual License Software support. This Special Notice indicates an intent to procure these services on an other than full and open competition basis. While not a request for competitive proposals, the Government will consider capability statements from interested vendors.
Scope of Work
The requirement includes comprehensive support for brand-name equipment and software, specifically:
- Remote technical support from certified technicians, available 0600 - 1800 ET, Monday - Friday.
- Two-business-day response by certified technicians for software performance issues.
- Control software updates in accordance with manufacturer standards.
- Software compatibility across multiple operating system (OS) environments.
- Authorization to Operate (ATO) certification for the software.
- Discounts on advanced training for laboratory/operator personnel.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Intent to Award / Sole Source)
- NAICS Code: 334516 (Measuring, Dispensing, and Other Pumping Equipment Manufacturing)
- Product Service Code: 7B22 (Computing Hardware And Software Products For Servers And Converged Appliances)
- Response Due: June 5, 2026
- Published Date: May 29, 2026
Additional Notes
This procurement will follow FAR Part 12 Commercial Items guidelines. All contractors must be registered in the Systems for Award Management (SAM) and possess a Unique Entity Identification (UEI) number to be eligible for award.