Microscope Maintenance & Repair

The Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Forensic Science (DFS) is seeking bids for on-site microscope maintenance and minor repair services for their laboratories located in Prince William County, Norfolk City, Richmond City, Manassas City, and Roanoke. The contract covers approximately 204 compound and stereo microscopes and will be awarded for one year with two optional one-year renewal periods. Bidders must provide all labor, equipment, tools, materials, parts, and travel needed to perform the maintenance and repairs, which are classified as any repairs performed using the contractor's own equipment and materials. All repairs must include a 12-month warranty on parts and labor. Bids are due by February 7, 2024 at 10:00 AM EST and will be awarded on a grand total basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

The solicitation includes provisions for set-asides for DSBSD-certified micro and small businesses. Payment will be made in accordance with the Virginia Prompt Payment Act. The incumbent vendor is Associated Microscope Inc., who was awarded the previous contract, DFS-2423, for Microscope Preventative Maintenance & Minor Repair services. The total contract value is not explicitly stated, but based on the equipment list and pricing schedule, the estimated annual value is likely in the range of $250,000 to $500,000.