J066--IVIS Lumina S5 Maintenance Services
Overview
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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), specifically the Iowa City VA Health Care System, intends to award a sole source, firm fixed-price contract to Revvity Health Sciences, Inc. for IVIS Lumina S5 Maintenance Services. This Notice of Intent (NOI) is published under FAR 5.101(a)(1) due to market research indicating Revvity Health Sciences, Inc. is the only capable source. Interested vendors may submit capability statements by April 27, 2026, 13:00 Central Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for comprehensive support and maintenance of the existing IVIS Lumina S5 Imaging System. Services include:
- Revvity "Signature" Service Plan.
- One annual Preventative Maintenance.
- Priority remote support during business hours (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM CT) and unlimited repairs.
- Emergency on-site repair services within 3 business days, covering all travel, labor, and parts.
- Detailed service reports upon completion, including cause, corrective action, time, and parts replaced.
- Response to service reports within 2 business days (Monday-Friday).
- Use of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) new or refurbished parts and provision of all software updates/patches.
- Personnel must be factory-trained with a minimum of two years' experience on the specific medical device.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price (Sole Source)
- NAICS Code: 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing)
- PSC: J066 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Instruments And Laboratory Equipment)
- Period of Performance: Base Period: July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027, with two option periods.
- Response Due: April 27, 2026, 13:00 Central Time
- Published: April 15, 2026
Justification & Submission
This is not a request for competitive quotes. The sole source justification is based on 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1), as implemented by FAR 6.302-1, citing "Only one source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements." Market research confirmed Revvity Health Sciences, Inc. as the sole provider.
Vendors who believe they can satisfy this requirement may submit a capability statement. This must include documentation from Revvity Health Sciences, Inc. confirming the vendor's authorization as a reseller, dealer, or third party for this service. Submissions will be reviewed to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted.
Special Requirements
Contractors must comply with NARA records management laws and regulations, safeguarding Federal records and managing them according to agency policies. Information security protocols must be followed to protect sensitive data, and unauthorized disclosure is prohibited. Subcontracting requires Contracting Officer approval and flowdown of these requirements.
Contact Information
Submit capability statements and supporting documentation via email to Emanuel Nevarez, Contracting Officer, at emanuel.nevarez@va.gov. The email subject line must be: "36C26326Q0574 IVIS Lumina S5 Maintenance Service Plan". Phone calls are not accepted.