Annual Renewal and Update of MIN Software
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- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Quick Summary
The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) has issued a Notice of Intent (NOI) to award a sole source, firm-fixed price purchase order for the Annual Renewal and Update of MIN Software and support services. This requirement is Brand Name Only for Min Software, now acquired by GE HealthCare. The software is critical for advanced quantitative imaging in NIAID's BioSafety Level 4 (BSL4) laboratory and for ongoing tuberculosis research. Capability statements are due by March 27, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST.
Purpose & Scope
NIAID requires one year of MIN Software Upgrades and Support Services. This software is routinely used by the IRF-Frederick imaging team for analyzing medical images in pre-clinical in-vivo imaging studies of infectious diseases, particularly within a BSL4 containment laboratory. It also supports several ongoing animal protocols (LCIM-3E, LCIM-9E, LPD-25E) to analyze images from MTB-infected animals, measure treatment responses, and assess tuberculosis lesions. The procurement covers renewal and upgrades of various MIM Software configurations and continuous support.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Notice of Intent (NOI) - Sole Source
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price Purchase Order
- Awardee (Intended): Min Software (acquired by GE HealthCare)
- Brand Name Only: Yes
- Period of Performance: Estimated April 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026. A reinstatement fee will cover the lapsed period from January 30, 2026, to the Date of Award.
- NAICS Code: 513210 SOFTWARE PUBLISHERS
- Classification Code: 7A20: IT and Telecom – Application Development
Submission & Evaluation
This is not a solicitation for competitive quotations. NIAID intends to award on an "other than full and open competition" basis. However, all responsible sources capable of providing the required services may submit a capability statement for consideration. The Government will review responses to determine if other sources can meet the requirement, but the decision not to compete remains at the Government's discretion.
Key Requirements
The Bill of Materials (BOM) details specific MIM Software upgrades and support services, including:
- Various MIM Software Upgrades with Support Services (e.g., SAM-MSMU-YL01, MIM-FSCOCA-CC).
- Quantities specified per item.
- One-year duration for services.
- Pricing referenced through GSA Contract No: GS-35F-425CA.
- Delivery locations include NIAID Bldg 8200 IRF and NIAID 1N19, Bldg 33 Bethesda.
Response Information
- Response Due Date: Friday, March 27, 2026, by 11:00 AM Eastern Standard Time.
- Submission Method: Email capability statements to Marlon Garner (marlon.garner@nih.gov) and Linda Smith (Linda.smith2@nih.gov). Reference "NIAID-NOI-26-2275495 - 2283513" in the subject line.