J--reventive aintenance for PhenoCycler-Fusion System
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 U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI), Interior Business Center (IBC), on behalf of the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), National Institute of Health (NIH), National Cancer Institute (NCI), intends to award a sole source, firm-fixed-price (FFP) contract to Akoya Biosciences, Inc. for preventative maintenance services for a government-owned Akoya PhenoCycler-Fusion System (PF2238N2111). This is a Special Notice and not a request for competitive quotes.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for on-site preventative maintenance for the Akoya PhenoCycler-Fusion System (PF2238N2111). Services must adhere to the manufacturer's standard commercial maintenance practices and include:
- On-site emergency repair.
- Replacement parts.
- Software updates.
- Services performed by qualified, factory-trained personnel.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Period of Performance: Anticipated one-year base period.
- Set-Aside: Contemplated as a sole source action.
- Published: April 21, 2026
- Capabilities Statement Due: May 1, 2026, by 10:00 A.M. ET
Submission & Evaluation
This is not a request for competitive quotes. Interested parties who believe they can provide the required services may submit a capabilities statement.
- Submission Deadline: May 1, 2026, by 10:00 A.M. ET.
- Format: Electronic submission, not exceeding three (3) pages, in Microsoft Office compatible format or Adobe Acrobat.
- File Size: Maximum 5 MB.
- Font Size: No smaller than 11-point (8-point for tables/graphs). The government will consider all capabilities statements received. A determination not to compete this action is solely at the government's discretion. This announcement may be the only notice posted for this acquisition.
Place of Performance
NIH, NCI, Bldg. 41, Rm D310, Bethesda, MD 20892.
Agency Contact
Samantha Davis (Contracting Officer)
- Email: samantha_davis@ibc.doi.gov
- Phone: 571-560-1752
Additional Notes
Akoya Biosciences, Inc. is identified as the only known provider of these specialized services, utilizing factory-trained engineers and OEM-approved parts. Submissions become government property, and no reimbursement will be provided for response costs.