J--Notice of Intent to Sole Source for IXRF Systems Atlas XRF Instrument Service M
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 Energy (DOE), National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for an Atlas XRF Instrument Service Maintenance Agreement. NETL intends to award a purchase order to IXRF Systems for this service. Interested parties who believe they can fulfill this requirement must provide evidence of their capability by March 26, 2026, 5:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
This agreement is for the service and maintenance of NETL's existing Atlas XRF instrument to ensure its satisfactory operation. The service is considered essential for the continued functionality of the specialized equipment.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Notice of Intent to Sole Source)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source Intent)
- Response Due: March 26, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published: March 11, 2026
- Product/Service Code: J066 - Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Instruments And Laboratory Equipment
Sole Source Justification & Response Instructions
NETL intends to sole source to IXRF Systems based on market research indicating they are the only known source capable of providing maintenance for their existing Atlas XRF instrument. No other potential alternate sources are known.
This notice is not a request for quote/proposal. Any interested party believing they can meet the requirement must submit written evidence of their capability to the Contract Specialist, Arturo Manantan, via email at arturo.manantan@netl.doe.gov by the specified deadline. Telephone responses will not be accepted. The government reserves the right to determine whether to conduct a competitive procurement based on responses received.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Manantan Jr., Arturo B.
- Email: arturo.manantan@netl.doe.gov
- Phone: 304-285-4136