Laboratory Instrument Relocation and Validation Services for NIDDK
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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 National Institutes of Health (NIH) intends to restrict competition for Laboratory Instrument Relocation and Validation Services for the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD). This presolicitation targets SIEMENS HEALTHCARE DIAGNOSTICS INC for the deinstallation, reinstallation, and validation of two specific Siemens laboratory analyzer instruments. Responses from other responsible sources are due by January 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves the deinstallation, reinstallation, and validation of two Siemens laboratory analyzer instruments: the Siemens BNII Nephelometer (S/N 484297) and the Siemens EXL 200 (S/N DR274105). Services include:
- Deinstallation from the current location.
- Reinstallation and validation at a new location in Phoenix, AZ.
- Provision of qualified technicians, including labor, travel, and necessary materials.
- Verification of alignments and functions, cleaning, lubrication of mechanical subassemblies, and verification of factory specifications.
- Coordination and scheduling of a single service event.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation (Not an RFQ/Solicitation)
- Intended Awardee: SIEMENS HEALTHCARE DIAGNOSTICS INC (restricted competition)
- Anticipated Award Date: March 5, 2026
- Period of Performance: Estimated 3 months, with delivery within 90 days after award.
- NAICS Code: 811219 (Other Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance) with a $34.0 million size standard.
- Response Due: January 30, 2026, by 1300 Eastern Time.
- Published Date: January 14, 2026
Eligibility & Submission
- Set-Aside: Not Set-Aside. This is a noncompetitive action based on statutory authority 41 U.S.C. 1901.
- Rationale for Restriction: Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc. is the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and the only authorized service provider. Using another vendor would invalidate existing service agreements, potentially increase costs, and introduce operational risks.
- Submission: While not an RFQ, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement, quotation, bid, or proposal.
- Method: Electronically via email to Jacob Balenson at Jacob.balenson@nih.gov.
- Subject Line: Must reference Presolicitation Number 75N94026Q00031.
- Note: The solicitation itself will NOT be posted to SAM.gov.
Contact Information
- Primary Point of Contact: Jacob Balenson
- Email: jacob.balenson@nih.gov
- Phone: 301-827-8302