J066--Sources Sought 10X Genomics Chromium X Maintenance Service 1 Year
Overview
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Place of Performance
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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 NCO20, is conducting a Sources Sought for market research to identify qualified providers for 12-month preventative maintenance services for 10X Genomics Chromium X equipment at the Boise VAMC. This is a firm-fixed-price service contract. Responses will help determine the appropriate set-aside. Responses are due June 10, 2026, by 3:00 PM Pacific Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a 12-month Assurance Plan for the existing Chromium X equipment (Serial no: CXVG12468) located in the Research Services, building #117, 125, at the Boise VAMC. The contractor will extend the 12-month warranty for the system. The equipment is a stand-alone instrument, requiring no VA network access, thus C&A requirements do not apply. Work will be performed in a BSL-2 facility, requiring adherence to PPE policies.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (intended firm-fixed-price service contract)
- Duration: 1 year, starting from the completion of system installation.
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research to determine appropriate set-aside).
- Response Due: June 10, 2026, by 3:00 PM Pacific Time.
- Published: June 4, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Boise VA Medical Center, Research Building #117, 125, 500 W. Fort Street, Boise, ID 83702.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit the following to peter.park2@va.gov:
- Company information (name, address, POC, phone, email, UEI).
- Company size relative to NAICS 811210 (Laboratory Instrument Repair and Maintenance Services) (small business if <$34M average annual receipts), and socioeconomic status (SDVOSB, VOSB, WOSB, HUBZone, SB, or Other than Small Business).
- Proof of SBA certification for socioeconomic businesses.
- Proof of manufacturer authorization from 10X Genomics and access to OEM parts.
- A courtesy quote for price reasonableness.
- Capabilities Statement addressing SOW requirements and references for similar services.
Additional Notes
This is a market research notice to identify qualified sources and does not guarantee a solicitation or contract award. The government will not reimburse costs for responding. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov.