Notice of Intent - Vaisala
Overview
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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 Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) intends to procure a one-year, full-service maintenance agreement for proprietary Vaisala temperature monitoring equipment (DL1016, DL2000, DL1000) on a sole-source basis from Vaisala. This Special Notice is a Notice of Intent, not a request for competitive quotes. Interested parties must demonstrate their capability to provide these services by May 29, 2026, 5:00 PM EST.
Purpose & Scope
The FBI Laboratory Division requires a full-service maintenance agreement to ensure the continued proper functioning of critical Vaisala instruments used for temperature monitoring. The requirement includes specific "Calibration Care Agreements" for Vaisala DL models (DL1016, DL2000, DL1000), encompassing accredited calibration balance and temperature calibration services. The agreement also covers remote technical support, customer training, and software updates. Delivery of services is required within 120 days after receipt of the order.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed Price (for the eventual award)
- Duration: One year
- Set-Aside: None (sole source under FAR 6.302-1)
- NAICS: 334519 (Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing)
- Size Standard: 600 employees
- Product Service Code: J066 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Instruments And Laboratory Equipment)
- Place of Performance: Quantico, VA
Response Requirements
This notice is for market research purposes to determine if competition is advantageous. The FBI intends to negotiate with Vaisala as the only responsible source.
- Submission: Interested parties must identify their interest and capability to respond to this requirement via email only. No phone calls will be accepted.
- Content: Responses must include clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. This includes demonstrating the firm's experience, equipment/assets, background, and ability to provide the required instrument and services without compromising quality, reliability, safety, accuracy, and schedule. Firms must also provide their Dun and Bradstreet number (DUNS), CAGE Code, Unique Entity ID (UEI) number, and Business Size.
- Response Due: May 29, 2026, 5:00 PM EST.
- Contact: Jonathan Johnson, jejohnson3@fbi.gov.
Additional Notes
Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed award is solely within its discretion. No reimbursement will be provided for any costs connected with providing capability information. This information is subject to change and does not bind the Government to solicit for or award a contract.