Base + Four Maintenance Plan for Orbitrap IDX Mass Spectrometer and Vanquish Liquid Chromatography System
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- 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 Institutes of Health (NIH), under the Department of Health and Human Services, is seeking a Base + Four Maintenance Plan for its Orbitrap IDX Mass Spectrometer and Vanquish Liquid Chromatography System located in Bethesda, MD. This is a Presolicitation for an 8(a) Sole Source requirement to ensure the continuous operation of highly specialized analytical instruments critical for NIH research. Responses are due by June 2, 2026.
Purpose and Scope
This requirement is for a full-service maintenance plan for a Thermo IDX Liquid Chromatography Mass Spectrometry system (Orbitrap IDX) and associated Vanquish liquid chromatography components. The system is used for sensitive, quantitative mass spectrometry assays supporting active NIH research. Servicing requires advanced technical expertise in high-resolution mass spectrometry, software integration, calibration, and instrument optimization.
Key Services and Coverage
- Unlimited repair service visits
- All replacement parts and labor associated with repairs
- One scheduled preventive maintenance visit per year
- Maximum 72-hour on-site response time after service request is logged
- System Components Covered: Orbitrap IDX Mass Spectrometer, Vanquish Liquid Chromatography System, Binary Pump, Split Samplers, Column Compartment
- Support Requirements: Vendor to provide technical support, diagnostics, and on-site service during normal business hours, using manufacturer-compliant components for repairs/replacements.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation
- Set-Aside: 8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8)
- Product/Service Code: J066 - Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Instruments And Laboratory Equipment
- Place of Performance: Bethesda, MD 20892, United States
- Service Period: Base year plus option years.
Response Information
- Response Due Date: June 2, 2026, 1:00 PM ET
- Published Date: May 21, 2026
- Primary Contact: John Burton (burtonjo@mail.nih.gov)