Beckman Coulter Centrifuge Services
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
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.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Agriculture (USDA), Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), is seeking specialized maintenance and repair services for Beckman Coulter centrifuges located at the National Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL) in Ames, IA. This is a presolicitation notice indicating an intent to sole-source the requirement, though the agency will consider capability statements from other responsible sources.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide comprehensive servicing for laboratory centrifuges to ensure performance meets manufacturer specifications for processing biological materials. Key tasks include:
- One annual preventive maintenance visit performed to factory specifications.
- On-site labor, travel, and parts replacement according to selected service plan coverage (Prevention Plus, Protective, or Comprehensive).
- On-site service support and technical phone support.
- Service performed exclusively by authorized and factory-certified technicians using genuine (original) parts.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (Intent to Sole Source)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: February 19, 2026
- Anticipated Award: March 16, 2026
- Location: Ames, IA
Evaluation
The government intends to award to Beckman Coulter, Inc. as the sole manufacturer and provider of authorized technicians. However, the agency will evaluate responses from any responsible source that can demonstrate the expertise, training, and certification required to maintain the equipment to OEM specifications.
Additional Notes
Simplified procedures under FAR 12.201-1 will be used for the award. Interested parties must submit responses via email to Stephen Tees; telephonic inquiries will not be honored.