Comprehensive full-service maintenance/repair plan for Illumina Nova/Seq 6000
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 United States Department of the Naval Medical Research Command (NMRC) intends to award a sole source contract to Illumina Inc., San Diego, CA, for a comprehensive full-service maintenance and repair plan for an Illumina NovaSeq 6000 instrument (S/N A01716). While this is not a request for competitive proposals, the Government will consider all responses. Responses are due by December 31, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for a one-year support plan covering an Illumina NovaSeq 6000. Key services include:
- Full coverage for OEM parts and labor/travel by OEM certified and authorized service technicians.
- No-cost replacement of proprietary reagents lost due to hardware failure.
- One on-site preventative maintenance (PM) visit annually, conducted by OEM certified technicians.
- Remote technical support from OEM certified technicians, available 0600 – 1800, Monday – Friday.
- On-site response by OEM certified technicians within two business days for hardware performance issues.
- Control software and hardware updates in accordance with OEM standards.
- On-site applications support and remote monitoring.
- Discounts on advanced training for laboratory/operator personnel.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source (intended award to Illumina Inc.), Firm Fixed Price.
- Duration: One-year support plan, with a period of performance generally from January 2026 to January 2027.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted.
- Response Due: December 31, 2026, 4:00 PM EST.
- Published: December 22, 2025, 4:03 PM EST.
- NAICS Code: 811210 (Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance).
- Procured Under: FAR Part 12 Commercial Items.
- Funding Source: RDT&E Funds.
- Estimated Cost: Prior contracts were approximately $135,878.00 and $141,313.00.
Evaluation
This is not a request for competitive proposals. However, interested parties should submit capability statements. Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and possess a Unique Entity Identification Number (UEI). Offers will be evaluated in accordance with FAR Part 225.
Additional Notes
The acquisition is justified under 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) and FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) due to Illumina being the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). The Buy American and Balance of Payments Program applies. Invoicing and payment will be processed through Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF). Operations Security (OPSEC) requirements and specific details for military base access and contractor personnel identification must be followed.