Intent to Award - Dover AFB AFMAO Getinge Instrument Washer Maintenance
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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.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Air Force, Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations (AFMAO), intends to award a sole-source contract to Getinge USA Sales, LLC for preventative and unscheduled maintenance services for a specific Getinge instrument washer (Model 8666/CCU, Serial WAA052924) at Dover Air Force Base, DE. This is an "Intent to Award" notice, not a solicitation for competitive proposals.
Purpose & Justification
AFMAO requires continuous, reliable operation of its Getinge instrument washer, which is critical for its "zero-failure mission," including the embalming process of human remains. The Government has determined that Getinge USA Sales, LLC is the only responsible source capable of providing the required services, citing FAR 6.302-1(a). The contractor must be authorized and trained by Getinge to service their equipment.
Scope of Work
Services include:
- Preventative Maintenance: Minimum of one annual visit and four quarterly inspections.
- Unscheduled Maintenance/Repair: Requires a four-hour on-site response time (Monday-Friday 0800-2100, weekends/holidays 0800-1700).
- Reliability: A system reliability guarantee of 97% is required at all times.
- Parts & Labor: Unlimited parts and labor to restore equipment to normal operation.
- Reporting: Service Management reports for all completed maintenance.
Contract Details
- Type: Intent to Award (Presolicitation for Sole Source)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source to Getinge USA Sales, LLC)
- NAICS: 811210 Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance
- PSC: J059 Maint/Repair/Rebuild of Equipment – Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components
- Place of Performance: Air Force Mortuary Operations Center, 116 Purple Heart Drive, Dover AFB, DE.
Response & Contacts
Interested parties who believe they can meet this requirement must submit a response by February 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST.
- Contracting Officer: Ms. Victoria Barra (victoria.barra@us.af.mil, 302-677-5012)
- Contract Specialist: 2d Lt Travis Ambrose (travis.ambrose.1@us.af.mil, 302-677-5033)