J066--598-26-3-6701-0037 PremiumCare epMotion 5075 service agreement POP 6/30/206-6/29/2027
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 Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the Network Contract Office 16 (36C256), is soliciting proposals for a PremiumCare service agreement for an Eppendorf epMotion 5075 automated liquid handling robot. This service is required for the Pharmacogenomics Analysis Laboratory (PAL) at the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (CAVHS) in Little Rock, AR. The acquisition is unrestricted.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a full annual preventive maintenance and service program for the Eppendorf epMotion 5075 robot. This includes parts, labor, and travel. The contractor will also provide a 10% discount on additional services, such as IQ/OQ, during the agreement period. Specific maintenance tasks involve cleaning, checking housing and accessories, evaluating stored data, software updates, checking and calibrating various components (ejector tip, level sensor, carrier, barcode scanner, TMX module, UV light, CleanCap), and exchanging CAN bus cables/O-rings. Contractors will not have access to VA Desktop computers or online government resources, and any equipment removal requires memory storage devices to remain under VA control.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Period of Performance: A base year from June 30, 2026, to June 29, 2027, with four (4) one-year option periods.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted.
- Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated for this specific service, but Block 9 of the solicitation indicates $34 Million.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quote Package Contents: Bidders must submit a signed SF1449, a Commercial Administration Data Sheet (Section B.1), technical capabilities demonstrating their service approach and prior experience, a completed Attachment 1 (Past Performance References), and ensure Attachment 2 (Past Performance Questionnaire) is sent to references. An OEM authorization letter is also required.
- Evaluation Factors: Proposals will be evaluated based on Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Price. Technical and Past Performance are considered equal and are significantly more important than price.
Key Dates
- Questions Due: Wednesday, April 8, 2026, by 12:00 PM CDT.
- Quotes Due: Friday, April 17, 2026, by 12:00 PM CDT.
- Contact: Angela M Kennedy, Contract Specialist, angela.kennedy2@va.gov.
Additional Notes
The solicitation incorporates various FAR clauses by reference, including FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5. Attachments 1 and 2 are crucial for past performance submission and evaluation.