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This document is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for Aquarium Maintenance Service issued by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Clinical Center. The solicitation (Number 25-004181) is a small business set-aside for commercial items, seeking a contractor to maintain eight aquaria (five saltwater and three freshwater) located throughout the Clinical Center's Hatfield and Magnuson Centers. The aquaria are designed to provide comfort for patients, guests, and staff, and require comprehensive maintenance to ensure healthy environments for the fish.

The contract will cover a twelve-month base year with four additional one-year option periods, running from May 1, 2025, through April 30, 2030. The expected award date is May 1, 2025. Interested offerors must submit quotes electronically by March 5, 2025, at 12 PM, with the quote remaining valid for 45 calendar days. The procurement will be awarded as a Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order, with a NAICS code of 712130 and a business size standard of 800 employees. The basis of award will prioritize technical capability, past performance, and price, in that order.