J066--Bruker CellScape System Preventative Maintenance Services Base plus 4 OYs Boise VAMC
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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 Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office 20, is soliciting quotes for Bruker CellScape System Preventative Maintenance Services at the Boise VA Medical Center, Boise, ID. This is an Unrestricted Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a Firm Fixed Price contract covering a base year and four option years. Offers are due by June 17, 2026, at 3:00 PM PDT.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires comprehensive preventative maintenance and repair services for a Bruker Spatial Biology CellScape Proteomics System, which is utilized by researchers for immuno-stain and image sample analysis. Key deliverables include annual preventative maintenance, service calls for instrument malfunctions, and the provision of all replacement parts (including shipping and handling), labor, and travel costs. Software updates are also required. All service work must be performed by Bruker-trained and certified technicians using only Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts. The contractor must be an authorized Bruker service provider or the OEM.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.
- Period of Performance: A base year from July 24, 2026, to July 23, 2027, followed by four option years, extending the contract until July 23, 2031.
- Set-Aside: This acquisition is Unrestricted and not set-aside for small business concerns.
- NAICS Code: 811210 (Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance) with a size standard of $34 Million.
- Response Due: June 17, 2026, at 3:00 PM PDT.
- Published Date: June 9, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Offerors must submit a completed SF 1449, a detailed quote on the Price/Cost Schedule, proof of being an authorized Bruker service provider, their SAM Unique Entity Identifier (UEI#), company point of contact, email, phone number, and address. Evaluation will be based on price, with the award going to the responsible offeror submitting the lowest price that meets all requirements and demonstrates a satisfactory record of past performance. Offers must be complete, self-sufficient, and directly address the solicitation requirements.
Additional Notes
The place of performance is the Boise VA Medical Center, Research Building #117, Boise, ID 83702. Invoices are to be submitted annually via the Financial Services Center Mandatory Electronic Invoice System (Tungsten). Work is expected during normal business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM), observing specified federal holidays. The primary point of contact is Peter Park, Contracting Officer, at Peter.Park2@va.gov.