Maintenance Plan for Mass Spectrometry Instrument
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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), under the Department of Health and Human Services, has issued a Presolicitation for a Maintenance Plan for a Mass Spectrometry Instrument. This requirement is to provide preventive maintenance for a Waters XEVO TQS micro-LC/MS/MS system to ensure its continued and reliable operation. Responses are due June 1, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity seeks a service plan providing full-service maintenance coverage for a Waters XEVO TQS micro-LC/MS/MS system for a period of twelve (12) months. Key requirements include:
- A minimum of one (1) scheduled Performance Maintenance (PM) visit during the coverage period.
- Preventive maintenance performed using Waters Quality Parts, standardized service protocols, and by certified Waters Field Service Specialists.
- Repair services covering parts, labor, and technical support for normal use.
- Access to trained and authorized service personnel for troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance.
- A standard service level with standard response times.
- Coverage for all listed system components and modules, ensuring the system operates at peak performance.
- The equipment covered must not be classified as obsolete or limited support.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation
- Duration: 12-month service plan
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: June 1, 2026, 1:00 PM ET
- Published: May 20, 2026
- Product/Service Code: J066 - Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Instruments And Laboratory Equipment
- Place of Performance: Maryland (MD 20892), United States
Additional Notes
This is a Presolicitation notice, indicating an upcoming requirement. Interested parties should review the detailed service specifications to understand the scope and ensure their capabilities align with the maintenance needs for the Waters XEVO TQS micro-LC/MS/MS system. Contact John Burton at burtonjo@mail.nih.gov for further information.