J066--Bio-Rad chromatography system maintenance & service
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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.
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 Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the Boise VA Medical Center, is soliciting proposals for a Firm Fixed-Price contract for maintenance and service of a Bio-Rad Next Gen Chromatography (NGC) system. This unrestricted opportunity requires preventative maintenance and unlimited on-site repairs to ensure the system's functionality. Offers are due by April 24, 2026, at 1:00 PM MDT.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide comprehensive maintenance and service for the Bio-Rad NGC system, which is critical for protein purification protocols. Key requirements include:
- One annual preventative maintenance visit.
- Unlimited on-site repair visits, covering all parts, labor, and travel expenses.
- Use of Bio-Rad OEM replacement parts exclusively.
- All services must be performed by Bio-Rad trained and authorized personnel.
- Work is to be conducted during normal business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM) at the Boise VA Medical Center.
- All visits must be scheduled in advance with the facility.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.
- Period of Performance: A base year from July 19, 2026, to July 18, 2027, followed by four one-year option periods, extending the potential contract duration until July 18, 2031.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted.
- NAICS Code: 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1000 employees.
- Published Date: April 9, 2026.
- Offer Due Date: April 24, 2026, at 1:00 PM MDT.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Method: Quotes must be submitted via email to Nazanin Kreiner (nazanin.kreiner@va.gov).
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be based on Low Price Solicitation, meaning the lowest priced, technically acceptable offer will be selected.
- Eligibility: Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). Past performance will also be evaluated.
Additional Notes
The place of performance is the Boise VA Medical Center, Research Building #117, 500 W. Fort Street, Boise, ID 83702. Vendors must include their SAM UEI number and tax ID number with their submission. An authorization letter from Bio-Rad may be required. Invoices are to be submitted electronically on an annual basis via the Financial Services Center (FSC) Electronic Invoice System, Tungsten.