Milli-Q IQ 7005 Water Purification System or Equal

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items to procure a Milli-Q IQ 7005 Water Purification System or Equal. The National Institutes of Health (NIH), Hospital and Laboratory Support Division, Office of Logistics and Operations (OLAO), and Office of Acquisition and Logistics Management (OALM) are issuing this announcement.

• The primary requirement is for a Milli-Q IQ 7005 Water Purification System or an equal product.

• The acquisition is for commercial items prepared in accordance with FAR Subpart 12.6.

• The Statement of Need and relevant terms and conditions are included as attachments.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but includes potential for a six-month extension under FAR 52.217-8.

• Estimated Value: TBD.

• Proposals are being requested via this announcement; a separate solicitation document will not be issued.

• Closing Response Date: April 24, 2026, at 7:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).

• Questions Due Date: April 16, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).

• Evaluation Factors: Offers will be evaluated based on Technical Superiority, Past Performance, and Cost. Technical Superiority and Past Performance combined are significantly more important than Cost.

• Offerors must include a completed copy of FAR Clause 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications – Commercial Items. Annual representations and certifications completed via SAM.gov may suffice for paragraph (b) of this provision.

• This solicitation is being released unrestricted.

• NAICS Code: 334516.

• Small Business Size Standard: 1,000.

• Brand Name or Equal Acquisition is permitted (FAR 52.211-6).

• FAR Clause 52.212-1 (Instructions to Offerors – Commercial Items) and 52.212-4 (Contract Terms and Conditions – Commercial Items) apply, with addenda provided.

• FAR Clause 52.212-5 (Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders – Commercial Items) also applies.

• Place of Contract Performance: Bethesda, MD.

Statement of Need (SON)

To acquire an integrated ultrapure water purification system (Milli-Q IQ 7005 or equivalent) to replace an existing, non-functional system. The new system is critical for the National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) Clinical Mass Spectrometry's ability to prepare mobile phases, standards, blanks, and process samples for high-resolution mass spectrometry analysis.

• Procure an integrated ultrapure water purification system capable of producing Type 1 water.

• System must meet manufacturer's published specifications.

• Incorporate mercury-free UV technology.

• Include a 25 L storage tank with frame and top assembly.

• Provide remote dispensing capabilities (Q-POD® and E-POD® units).

• System must be configured with necessary connectors, tubing, and mounting components for full operation.

• Include 0.22 µm filtration for final water purification.

• Equip with water monitoring components, including sensor and system control.

• Provide live TOC monitoring of purified LCMS water.

• Include external solenoid valve and system accessories for operation and safety.

• Include installation kit and all necessary components for system startup and commissioning.

• The system must maintain analytical accuracy and reproducibility.

• Prevent contamination of high-value LC-MS instruments.

• Avoid instrument downtime and costly repairs.

• Ensure compliance with validated analytical protocols.

• Desired: Reduced water waste and electrical power consumption.

• Delivery and installation required within 60 days after receipt of order.

• Delivery location: NIH, NIDDK, 10 Center Drive, Building 10 Room 9C110, Bethesda, MD 20892.

• Replacement cartridges and/or filters must be available from numerous vendors.

• Field service team availability for phone or in-house support is desirable.

• Contractor shall provide on-site operational training for up to five (5) staff members covering system operation, routine maintenance, filter replacement, and quality monitoring.

• Type of Order: Firm Fixed-Price Purchase Order.

• Payment: Lump sum 30 days after delivery.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the technical evaluation criteria for the Ultrapure Water Purification System. It details how proposals will be assessed to ensure the proposed system meets the Government's requirements.

Proposals will be evaluated using a Best Value methodology. All technical requirements must be met without exception; failure to meet any requirement will result in an Unacceptable rating.

The evaluation is divided into five sections:

1. System Specifications: Assesses core performance and compliance, including:

   • Integrated ultrapure water purification system (equivalent to Milli-Q IQ 7005).
   • Production of water meeting manufacturer's published specifications for Type 1 ultrapure water.
   • Incorporation of mercury-free UV technology compliant with NIH Policy Manual Chapter 3033.
   • Design for reduced water waste and electrical power consumption.

2. Components and Features: Reviews included hardware and key features, such as:

   • 25 L storage tank with frame and top assembly.
   • Remote dispensing capabilities (e.g., Q-POD®, E-POD® units).
   • All required connectors, tubing, and mounting components.
   • 0.22 µm filtration for final water purification.
   • Water monitoring components (sensor and system control).
   • Live Total Organic Carbon (TOC) monitoring.
   • External solenoid valve and necessary accessories.

3. Service and Support: Assesses long-term serviceability and support, including:

   • Customer-serviceable yearly/routine replaceable cartridges and parts.
   • Availability of replacement cartridges/filters from numerous vendors.
   • Availability of a field service team (phone or in-house support).

4. Delivery and Installation: Covers logistics, including:

   • Inside delivery and setup at the specified location.
   • Delivery and setup completed within 60 days after receipt of order.
   • Inclusion of installation kit and components for system startup and commissioning.

5. Training: Evaluates staff training, including:

   • On-site operational training for up to five (5) staff members.
   • Coverage of system operation, routine maintenance, filter replacement, and quality monitoring.

This document is critical for bidders to understand the specific technical requirements and evaluation criteria for the ultrapure water purification system. It details the performance, components, service, delivery, and training aspects that will be assessed, directly impacting proposal development and system design.