J--Malvern Panalytical Multipurpose Diffractometer Maintenance Agreement
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 U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) intends to award a noncompetitive purchase order to Malvern Panalytical Inc. for a service and maintenance agreement for an Empyrean X-ray diffractometer located in Reston, Virginia. This notice is for informational purposes only, as the Government intends to award noncompetitively. Responses from responsible sources are due by February 16, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement covers a service and maintenance agreement for an Empyrean X-ray diffractometer with an i-Core optical module. Malvern Panalytical Inc. is identified as the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and the only authorized service provider for this specific equipment.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Noncompetitive Purchase Order (Fixed-Price)
- Duration: Date of award through April 12, 2027 (no option periods)
- Set-Aside: None (noncompetitive, single source)
- NAICS Code: 811210 Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance
- Size Standard: $34 million
- Response Due: February 16, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST
- Anticipated Award Date: February 18, 2026
- Published: February 11, 2026
Evaluation
The USGS intends to award this requirement noncompetitively to Malvern Panalytical Inc. in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b), citing them as the only reasonably available source due to their OEM status and exclusive authorization as a service provider. While all responsible sources may submit a quotation for consideration, this is an informational notice and not a request for competitive quotations.
Additional Notes
Vendors must be registered at SAM.gov to be awarded the purchase order. Responses should be emailed to Daniel (Dan) Galvin at dgalvin@usgs.gov.