BIO-RAD M. A. for Thermo Cyclers and BIO Plex 200

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation special notice for commercial service prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. The solicitation number is 75D30124Q77701 BIO-RAD Maintenance is issued as an open market Request for Quote (RFQ) with only one known service provider; crux of special notice. This RFQ document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2024-03 (FEB 2024).  The Division of Parasitic Diseases and Malaria (DPDM), Entomology Branch (EB) has multiple polymerase chain reaction (PCR) systems and a Bio-Plex 200 system that require an annual preventative and on-site maintenance contracts.  This contract provides assurances that the equipment operates at optimum levels and prevents degradation in results. Bio-Rad Laboratories has an extensive history of providing service to the specific equipment used by EB ensuring continuity of results.  This will be the only public notice for this requirement.  The NAICS for this requirement is 334513 and the small business size standard is 750 employees. The services to be performed by this contract are for the repair and maintain Government-owned or controlled instruments. The services are comprised of tasks outlined in the subject and attached RFQ. Date(s) and place(s) of delivery and acceptance are identified in the RFQ.  Provision at FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Products and Commercial, per the items below(per the RFQ):

ITEM

SUPPLIES / SERVICES

QTY / UNIT

0001

MA Base; Yr. 1

BASE YEAR - 7/1/2024 - 6/30/2025

C1000 Thermal Cyclers

CT032376 / RN017160

CT022972 / RF059127

CFX Real-Time PCR System

785BR15481 / CT022570

Bio-Plex 200

LX10009295402

T100 Thermal Cyclers

621BR17882

621BR31976

621BR10225

621BR10230

621BR10220

621BR17704

621BR19167

621BR23745

621BR24429

621BR23747

621BR31961

621BR31946

621BR31880

621BR37889

621BR31763

621BR51523

Ditto for CLINs 1001, 2001, etc.(Option Periods)

1 Each

The POP:            Base Period: July 01, 2024 to June 30, 2025

Option Period One: July 01, 2025 to June 30, 2026

Option Period Two: July 01, 2026 to June 30, 2027

Option Period Three: July 01, 2027 to June 30, 2028

Option Period Four: July 01, 2028 to June 30, 2029

Base Year & Option Year 1

Task 1:Provide one-year full mail in complete support plan for PCR systems (two C1000s and sixteen T100s) on agreement

1. Unlimited repair inclusive of shipping, parts, and labor
   1. Includes thermal cycler and reaction module
   2. Serial Numbers include:
      1. PCR systems BASE: CT032376 / RN017160
      2. PCR systems BASE: CT022972 / RF059127
      3. BASE: 621BR31976
      4. BASE: 621BR17882
      5. BASE: 621BR10225
      6. BASE: 621BR10230
      7. BASE: 621BR10220
      8. BASE: 621BR17704
      9. BASE: 621BR19167
      10. BASE: 621BR23745
      11. BASE: 621BR24429
      12. BASE: 621BR23747
      13. BASE: 621BR31961
      14. BASE: 621BR31946
      15. BASE: 621BR31880
      16. BASE: 621BR37889
      17. BASE: 621BR31763
      18. BASE: 621BR51523

Task 2:Provide one-year full on-site complete support plan for Real-Time PCR system on agreement

1. Unlimited repair inclusive of travel, parts, and labor
   1. Includes thermal cycler and optical reaction module
   2. Computer not covered
   3. Serial Numbers include:
      1. Real-Time PCR system  BASE: 785BR15481 / CT022570

Task 3: Provide one-year full on-site complete support plan for Bio-Plex 100/200 system on agreement

1. Unlimited repair inclusive of travel, parts, and labor
   1. Computer not covered
   2. Serial Numbers include:
      1. Bio-Plex 100/200 system BASE: LX10009295402

Task 4: Provide report on any services or repairs performed on equipment for EB records upon completion. Bio-Rad established format of reports is sufficient.

Option Years 2-4

Task 5:Provide one-year full mail in complete support plan for PCR systems (two C1000s and sixteen T100s) on agreement

1. Unlimited repair inclusive of shipping, parts, and labor
   1. Includes thermal cycler and reaction module
   2. Serial Numbers include:
      1. PCR systems BASE: CT032376 / RN017160
      2. PCR systems BASE: CT022972 / RF059127
      3. BASE: 621BR31976
      4. BASE: 621BR17882
      5. BASE: 621BR10225
      6. BASE: 621BR10230
      7. BASE: 621BR10220
      8. BASE: 621BR17704
      9. BASE: 621BR19167
      10. BASE: 621BR23745
      11. BASE: 621BR24429
      12. BASE: 621BR23747
      13. BASE: 621BR31961
      14. BASE: 621BR31946
      15. BASE: 621BR31880
      16. BASE: 621BR37889
      17. BASE: 621BR31763
      18. BASE: 621BR51523

Task 6: Provide one-year full on-site complete support plan for Bio-Plex 100/200 system on agreement

1. Unlimited repair inclusive of travel, parts, and labor
   1. Computer not covered
   2. Serial Numbers include:
      1. Bio-Plex 100/200 system BASE: LX10009295402

Task 7: Provide report on any services or repairs performed on equipment for EB records upon completion. Bio-Rad established format of reports is sufficient.

Services, applies to this acquisition. A completed copy of the provision at FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Products and Commercial Services is to be included with an offer. Clause at FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Products and Commercial Services, applies to this acquisition. Clause at FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Products and Commercial Services, applies to this acquisition.  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) intends to award a firm-fixed-price contract for subject requirement to the lowest price, technically acceptable bid in accordance with the RFQ. To be eligible to receive an award resulting from this solicitation, contractor must be registered in the System for Award Management(SAM.gov). To register, apply via the Internet at www.sam.gov. It is the offeror’s responsibility to be familiar with the applicable clauses and provisions. Clauses and provisions may be accessed via the Internet at www.acquisition.gov/far.  All bids must be received no later than 5:00pm Eastern on Thursday, May 16, 2024. Any bid and all questions must be submitted in writing(email preferred) and should be directed to Gary Morgan at gmorgan1@cdc.gov   

Attachment:.

1. RFP 75D30124Q77701