75N94022Q00012 Nikon.pdf

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR 12.6 as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. This solicitation number is 75N94022Q00012 and is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). The solicitation/contract will include all applicable provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2021-07.

The North American Industry Classification (NAICS) Code is 811219 and the business size standard is $22m. However, this solicitation is not set aside for small business. This acquisition is being conducted using Simplified Acquisition Procedures in accordance with FAR Part 13. Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) intend to procure on a sole source basis with Nikon Instruments Inc of Melville, NY a fixed priced Base Plus (1) Option Period service agreement (Base Year period of performance (POP) Jan 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022, and Option Period POP Jan 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023) for the following Nikon manufactured instrument as well as current software, etc.:

A1R MP SCANNER S/N 40540 AND MP COMPONENTS

LU-N4 LASER FIXTURE - SN 40652

LU Controller - SN 455581

Detector Unit - SN 59511

NIS Elements Software Updates/Customizing

1 Preventative Maintenance (PM) Service per year

Service to also include:

• Exceptional service and support by certified Nikon Biosystem Service Specialists that perform PM and system optimization to Nikon quality specifications

• Maximization of up-time, minimization of system failure and repair expenses

• Consultation w/authorized Nikon technical experts via web or phone to reduce system downtime

• Covers repair parts, labor and travel

• Pre-approved repair and service authorization thus no waiting on Purchase order to have system repaired Nikon Instruments Inc. is the sole source authorized service provider for Nikon Confocal and Super Resolution systems using highly skilled and factory trained service personnel. All Confocal and Super Resolution service requests in the US must be handled directly through the Nikon Instruments Service Department and not through any intermediate establishment or 3rd party billing entity. Also, any service scheduled or performed on Nikon Confocal or Super Resolution systems by unauthorized entities will void any warranties they may have.

The proposed contract action is for supplies or services for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under authority of the 41 U.S.C. 253(c) (1), FAR 6.302. Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. The offeror must include a completed copy of the provision of FAR Clause 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications – Commercial Items with its offer. The provisions of FAR Clause 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors – Commercial Items; FAR Clause 52.212-2, Evaluation – Commercial Items; FAR Clause

52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions – Commercial Items; FAR Clause 52.223-99, Ensuring Adequate COVID Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors and FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders – Commercial Items – Deviation for Simplified Acquisitions applies to this acquisition. Note to Contractor: The contractor shall provide a completed copy of FAR 52.204-24, "Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment" with their quote in response to this solicitation. The offeror must include their Dun & Bradstreet Number (DUNS), the Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN), and the certification of business size. The clauses are available in full text at http://www.acquisition.gov/far/.

Responses to this solicitation must include sufficient information to establish the interested parties’ bona-fide capabilities of providing all services listed. Third party responders must provide documentation confirming authorization and certified capability from authorized official/personnel of Nikon Instruments, Inc to provide all services, products, etc. identified in this notice. Responses to this notice without this confirmation from the manufacturer will not be considered as valid. Vendors capable of furnishing the government with the services and or items specified in this synopsis should submit a copy of their quotation/offer to the following email address: robinsti@mail.nih.gov Attn: Tina Robinson by the due date and time below. Offers must also be accompanied by descriptive literature, warranties and/or other information that demonstrates that the offer meets all the foregoing requirements. Offeror must include the delivery date/turnaround time with offer. Quotations will be due within fifteen calendar days from the publication date of this synopsis NLT 9:00 am EST on November 12, 2021. The quotation must reference “Solicitation number” 75N94022Q00012 and “Solicitation number” 75N94022Q00012 must be on/in subject line of email. All responsible sources may submit a quotation, which if timely received, shall be considered by the agency. Any questions must be sent via email to robinsti@mail.nih.gov and must include Solicitation# 75N94022Q00012 the subject line of email.

Note: In order to receive an award, contractor must be registered as all awards and have valid certification in the System for Award Management (SAM) @ www.Sam.gov. Lack of valid registration in SAM will make an offeror ineligible for award.

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