Acquisition of a Service Contract for Thermo Lumos Mass Spectrometer

The National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, part of the National Institutes of Health, is seeking a service contract for maintenance of a Thermo Lumos Mass Spectrometer used in its Advanced Mass Spectrometry Core Facility. The procurement is a sole-source solicitation targeting Thermo Electron North America LLC, with a focus on specialized maintenance and support services. Contract requirements include remote diagnosis, on-site repair, priority technical support, annual preventive maintenance, and software updates. The procurement will utilize the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable assessment method and is being conducted under simplified acquisition procedures with a threshold not exceeding $250,000. Potential respondents must submit their capabilities electronically by 9:00 am EST on 3/24/2024 to the contract specialist Amber Harris, and must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

The contract does not have a specific set-aside designation and is classified under NAICS category 811210 for Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance. The initial contract period will cover a base year from 3/30/2025 to 3/29/2026, with options for two additional years. The sole-source justification is predicated on the instrument's complexity and the requirement for specialized, certified Thermo technicians who can provide rapid response and manufacturer-specific repairs. Respondents will be expected to provide descriptive literature demonstrating their capabilities to meet contract requirements. As part of the service offering, the contractor will provide a 10% discount on spare parts and training, further underlining the specialized nature of the procurement.