FDA Preventive maintenance-repair service for Eppendorf EpMotion system

The FDA's Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research intends to procure preventive maintenance and repair services for an Eppendorf EpMotion Automatic Liquid Handling System, with sources sought responses due August 10, 2026.

The procurement targets NAICS Code 811210 (Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance), with a small business size standard of $34 million; large businesses are also encouraged to respond. No set-aside applies.

Work is performed at the FDA's Facility for Biotechnology Resources in Silver Spring, Maryland. The system (Serial Number 5075LI307568) is used for next-generation sequencing library construction. Required services include one planned on-site preventive maintenance visit annually for certification and calibration; Monday–Friday technical support (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern Time, excluding Federal Holidays); on-demand on-site corrective maintenance with a targeted 5 business day response time; priority access to technical support with immediate response and remote diagnosis; direct FDA personnel access to the manufacturer's call center staffed by senior engineers; and Compass Data Analysis software and firmware updates. All maintenance must use formally trained and certified technicians performing work to OEM specifications with OEM parts; comprehensive field service reports are required after each service call. Service pricing must be all-inclusive of labor, travel, and replacement parts.

Capability statements must include SAM Unique Entity ID, business size status, past performance within the last three years, technical literature, proof of capability to meet all requirements, GSA Schedule information if applicable, Best in Class contract availability, and informational pricing. Submit responses by email to timothy.walbert@fda.hhs.gov by 2:00 PM Central Time, referencing solicitation number 75F40126SSN134837. This notice does not obligate the government to award a contract.