On-site Maintenance for Versa Xradia 620 High-Resolution 3D X-ray Tomography Microscope System
Overview
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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 Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL/PZLEQ) has issued a Special Notice (Notice of Intent to Award Single Source) for on-site maintenance services for an existing Xradia Versa 620 High-Resolution 3D X-ray Tomography Microscope System at Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio. The government intends to award a sole source purchase order to Carl Zeiss Microscopy, LLC, as the manufacturer and sole provider of the required specialized services. However, the government is seeking capability statements from other responsible sources to determine if a competitive procurement is possible.
Purpose & Background
This requirement is for preventative and emergency maintenance services to ensure the continuous functionality of the Xradia Versa 620 XRM system, critical for AFRL RXN's research and development missions. The Single Source Justification (SSJ) highlights that Carl Zeiss Microscopy, LLC is the only authorized vendor due to the proprietary nature of the technology and the highly specialized expertise required. Market research confirmed Zeiss as the sole authorized provider, and replacing the equipment would disrupt the mission.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide services under the "Versa Protect Advanced Service Agreement XRM." This includes:
- Semiannual Preventative Maintenance (PM).
- Unlimited Corrective Maintenance (CM) service calls.
- Telephone and email support (Monday-Friday, 0900-1700 PST).
- Provision of all necessary personnel, equipment, tools, materials, and parts.
- Development of a Quality Control Plan (QCP) within 30 days of award. The contract covers an instrument that may have limited manufacturer support for spare parts.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Notice of Intent to Award Single Source)
- NAICS Code: 811210 - Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance
- Product Service Code (PSC): J052 - Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Measuring Tool
- Period of Performance: Base Year: March 15, 2026 - March 14, 2027, with two 1-year option periods.
- Place of Performance: Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio.
- Set-Aside: Not applicable (Sole Source Notice).
Submission Requirements & Key Dates
This notice is NOT a request for competitive quotes or proposals.
- Action: Responsible sources or authorized distributors may submit a capability statement or an exception to the intent to purchase on a sole source basis. Submissions must meet all requirements in the attached Performance Work Statement (PWS).
- Submission Method: Via email to Ms. Natasha J. Randall at natasha.randall@us.af.mil.
- Email Subject Line: "Notice of Intent SS – Xradia Versa 620 XRM Service Agreement".
- Allowed Attachments: .PDF, .doc, .docx, .xls, or .xlsx documents only.
- Capability Statements Due: February 18, 2026, at 9:00 am Eastern Time.
- Published Date: February 4, 2026. The government will consider received information solely to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted.