Notice of Intent to Sole Source-Bruker Scientific Biotyper (non-clinical) MALDI-TOF Mass Spectrometer service

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) intends to procure maintenance and repair services for a MALDI Biotyper matrix assisted laser desorption ionization-time of flight (MALDI-TOF) instrument on a sole source basis from Bruker Scientific located in Billerica, Massachusetts. NIST's sole source justification is based on market research indicating that Bruker Scientific is the only company capable of providing this specialized service, with Bruker confirming they have no authorized third-party providers for this equipment. The procurement will be conducted under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) authority and will result in a Firm Fixed Price purchase order. While no competitive solicitation package will be issued, interested parties who believe they can fulfill these requirements are invited to submit responses for government consideration. The deadline for responses is 11:00 AM EST on July 30, 2025, with inquiries directed to Donald.Graham@nist.gov.

This procurement opportunity carries no set-aside designation and falls under NAICS code 811210 (Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance) with a size standard of $34 million. Bruker Scientific appears to be positioned as the incumbent provider based on their proprietary relationship with the specialized MALDI-TOF equipment requiring service. The notice does not specify contract award values, quantities, or service timelines, focusing instead on the sole source nature of the anticipated procurement. The government retains full discretion to determine whether to conduct a competitive procurement based on any responses received to this notice of intent. The contract opportunity is classified under PSC code J065 for maintenance, repair, and rebuilding of medical, dental, and veterinary equipment and supplies.