Notice of Intent to Sole Source 7 Tesla MRI Maintenance
Overview
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Set Aside
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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 Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS) intends to award a sole-source, firm-fixed-price commercial contract to Bruker Biospin Corporation for the maintenance of a 7 Tesla Preclinical Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanner, specifically the Bruker BioSpec 70/20 model, at Bethesda, MD. This is a Special Notice to inform the market of this intent.
Scope of Work
The contract covers the maintenance, repair, and rebuilding of the Bruker BioSpec 70/20 7 Tesla Preclinical MRI system. This includes ensuring the operational integrity of the proprietary hardware and software components.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Intent to award a Sole-Source, Firm-Fixed-Price Commercial Contract
- Set-Aside: Not applicable (Sole Source Intent)
- Response Due: February 18, 2026, 2:00 PM ET
- Published: February 10, 2026
Justification & Action
USUHS's intent to sole source to Bruker Biospin Corporation is based on the proprietary nature of the MRI scanner's hardware and software. Bruker is identified as the sole manufacturer and service provider, with no authorized distributors for service and repair. Third-party vendors reportedly lack access to necessary drawings, parts, and software for proper maintenance.
This notice is not a request for quotes. However, potential sources who believe they can provide the required maintenance competitively and advantageously are invited to submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation. Submissions must demonstrate that competition would be beneficial, not cost or time prohibitive, and that the interested party can meet the Government's needs.
Additional Notes
Information received will be used to determine if a competitive procurement will be conducted. The Government will not be responsible for any costs incurred by responding to this notice.