Cepheid GeneXpert System Maintenance Services at Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton
Overview
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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 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity (DHACA), Healthcare Contracting Division - West (HCD-W), has awarded a sole source, firm-fixed price contract to Cepheid Inc. for Cepheid GeneXpert System Maintenance Services at Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton, California. This notice serves as an award announcement and is not a request for competitive quotes. The award is justified under FAR 16.507-7 and FAR 6.103-1(b) due to the proprietary nature of the services required for the specialized Cepheid GX16A1Y GeneXpert analyzers.
Scope of Work
The contract covers full-service support for two (2) Cepheid GeneXpert GX16A1Y analyzers, specifically the "Cepheid Essential Care Plan." This includes:
- Preventative Maintenance (PM) performed by a trained field service engineer.
- Tasks such as replacing worn module ejectors, lubricating moving parts, replacing fan filters, cleaning module optics, and replacing automation batteries.
- Ensuring operational availability and meeting accreditation requirements for the analyzers.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price, Sole Source Award
- Awardee: Cepheid Inc., Sunnyvale, CA
- Period of Performance: March 7, 2026 – March 6, 2031 (Base year + 4 option periods)
- NAICS Code: 811210 Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance ($34M size standard)
- PSC: J065 Maintenance/repair/rebuild of equipment – medical, dental, and veterinary equipment and supplies
- Published: March 16, 2026
Evaluation
This was a sole source award based on market research indicating Cepheid Inc. is the only source capable of meeting the Government's minimum requirements, as their services are proprietary and necessary to maintain the warranty of the specialized equipment. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals.
Challenging the Sole Source
Sources interested in challenging the basis of this sole source requirement must submit a capability statement. This statement should include management, technical, and cost information, demonstrating the ability to provide the noted services. Capability statements must not exceed six (8.5 x 11 inch) pages, using a font size no smaller than 10-point.
- Submission Email: Kathleen Orozco at kathleen.e.orozco.civ@health.mil
- Challenge Due Date: February 20, 2026, at 1000 Pacific Standard Time (PST)
- Note: Telephone requests/offers will not be honored. Information received will be considered solely for determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement or proceed with the sole source contract.