J--Notice of Intent to Sole Source for Oxford Instruments America, Inc. Service Ma
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), intends to award a sole source purchase order to Oxford Instruments America, Inc. for a Service Maintenance Agreement covering specific microanalytical tools. This action ensures continued support for critical research equipment. Responses from interested parties are due by May 21, 2026, 5:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the continuation of a service maintenance agreement for the following microanalytical tools:
- Aztec/mics/x-stream2/SEMX-Act/Nordlys (S/N: SC38575/53481/NL03-1766-02)
- Aztec micsF+/x-stream2/X-Max50 (S/N: SO72398/72398) The agreement includes maintenance, service, repair, replacement parts, and software, all of which must be obtained from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) due to unique specifications. Proper maintenance is essential for high-quality research results and the safe, reliable operation of the instruments.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent to Sole Source (Special Notice)
- Set-Aside: Not Applicable (Sole Source)
- Response Due: May 21, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published: May 6, 2026
Evaluation
This is not a request for quote/proposal. NETL conducted market research and determined Oxford Instruments America Inc. is the only known source capable of providing the required comprehensive maintenance agreement. Any interested party believing they can meet the requirement must provide written evidence of their capability to the Contract Specialist by the stated deadline. The Government retains sole discretion in determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement based on responses.
Additional Notes
No known potential alternate sources exist that could satisfy NETL's requirements for these specialized microanalytical tools.