J066--Bruker CellScape System Preventative Maintenance Services Boise VAMC B 4
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), NCO20, is conducting a Sources Sought market research to identify qualified firms for preventative maintenance and repair services for a Bruker Spatial Biology CellScape Proteomics System (Serial number CS_24-048) at the Boise VA Medical Center. This notice aims to determine the appropriate acquisition strategy and potential set-aside. Responses are due by April 22, 2026, at 3:00 PM Pacific Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a firm-fixed price service contract covering the Bruker CellScape system. Services include:
- Annual preventative maintenance.
- Service calls for instrument malfunctions.
- Cost of all replacement parts, including shipping and handling (OEM parts only).
- Labor and travel.
- Software updates. All work must be performed by Bruker-trained and certified technicians to maintain warranty validity. Services will be conducted during normal business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM) at Research Services, Building #117, Room 128, Boise VAMC. The contractor will require intermittent, escorted access to the facility and will not access VA networks or patient information.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Intended as a Firm-Fixed Price service contract.
- Period of Performance: A Base Year (July 24, 2026 – July 23, 2027) with four subsequent Option Years, extending through July 23, 2031.
- Set-Aside: To be determined based on market research.
- Response Due: April 22, 2026, by 3:00 PM Pacific Time.
- Published: April 16, 2026.
Submission Requirements
Interested contractors must submit the following via email to Peter.Park2@va.gov:
- Company details (name, address, POC, phone, email, UEI).
- Identification of company size relative to NAICS 811210 (Small Business threshold: $34M annual receipts).
- Socioeconomic status (SDVOSB, VOSB, WOSB, HUBZone, Small Business, Other than Small Business) and proof of SBA certification if applicable.
- Mandatory proof of authorization from Bruker as a service provider with access to OEM parts.
- A courtesy quote for the Base Year plus four Option Years.
- A Capabilities Statement addressing the Statement of Work, including references for similar services.
Additional Notes
This is a Sources Sought notice for market research purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to award a contract. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov. No reimbursement for response costs.