Post-warranty Preventive Maintenance and Repair Services on a liquid chromatography mass spectrometry (LC/MS) system
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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 U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), on behalf of its Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research (CBER), is conducting market research through a Sources Sought announcement to identify qualified sources for Post-warranty Preventive Maintenance and Repair Services for a specific liquid chromatography mass spectrometry (LC/MS) system. The primary interest is in small business sources, but all interested parties are encouraged to respond. Responses are due by April 13, 2026, at 1:00 PM Central Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for maintenance and repair services for a Dionex Ultimate 3000 NCS-3500RS NANO UHPLC system interfaced to an ECLIPSE ORBITRAP ETD Mass Spectrometer. This system is critical for investigating glycoconjugate-based vaccine antigen structure. Services include:
- One annual scheduled on-site preventive maintenance visit (including parts).
- Unlimited on-site corrective maintenance/repairs within 3 business days if remote resolution fails.
- Services performed by OEM-trained and certified engineers following OEM specifications and using OEM-certified parts.
- Access to OEM technical developments, repair bulletins, and unlimited software/firmware updates.
- Unlimited technical support (phone/email) Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM ET.
- All pricing to be inclusive of labor, travel, and parts.
- Place of Performance: FDA/CBER, White Oak Campus, Silver Spring, MD.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- NAICS: 811210 - Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance ($34M size standard)
- PSC: J066 - Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Instruments And Laboratory Equipment
- Duration: One base year (07/01/2026 – 06/30/2027) and two option years.
- Set-Aside: Primarily seeking small business sources, but open to all.
- Response Due: April 13, 2026, 1:00 PM CT
- Published: April 7, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested firms must submit capability statements demonstrating regular engagement in providing similar services. Responses should include:
- Business name, UEI, address, website, size status, and point of contact.
- Past Performance (within last 3 years) for similar services.
- Descriptive literature and technical information proving ability to meet requirements.
- Informational pricing is desired.
- Identification of BIC/GSA contracts or subcontracting opportunities (if large business).
- Place of product manufacture/service performance for Buy American Act review.
Additional Notes
This is for market research only and is not a Request for Proposal or Solicitation. The Government is not obligated to award a contract or pay for information provided. Responses must demonstrate capability, not merely affirm it. No proprietary information should be included.