NextSeq 2000 Silver Support Plan
Overview
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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 Health and Human Services (HHS) has issued a Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source Contract for the NextSeq 2000 Silver Support Plan to Illumina, Inc. This is not a request for competitive quotes. Interested parties must submit capability statements by April 3, 2026, demonstrating clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for annual cleaning, replacement parts, and software upgrades for the DNA Sequencer NextSeq2000. Illumina, Inc. is identified as the sole source for many of the necessary parts and all software components required for the maintenance and support of this equipment. The services will be performed in Bethesda, MD.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source (Special Notice)
- Authority: FAR subpart 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) (purchases not exceeding the Simplified Acquisition Threshold)
- Intended Awardee: Illumina, Inc.
- NAICS Code: 811210, Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance
- PSC Code: J066, Maintenance, Repair, and Rebuilding of Equipment- Instruments and Laboratory Equipment
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Capability Statement Due: April 3, 2026, by 7:00 PM ET
- Published: March 31, 2026
Response Requirements
This synopsis does not constitute a solicitation. Interested parties may identify their interest and capability to respond to this requirement within three (3) calendar days of the publication date. Any response must provide clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. Information received will be considered solely for determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Submission of capability statements should be via email only.
Contact Information
- Primary Point of Contact: Shannon Scarboro
- Email: Shannon.scarboro@hhs.gov