PANalytical ZETIUM WDXRF Spectrometer PM

Amendment / Modification

This amendment extends the solicitation due date.

• Response Due Date: Extended from 30 Jan 2026 to 06 Feb 2026.

• The proposal submission deadline has been extended to 06 February 2026, 3:00 PM CST.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment extends the solicitation due date.

• Solicitation due date and time.

• The proposal submission deadline has been extended to January 30, 2026, at 3:00 PM CST.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To protect the equipment capability and investment by removing causes of failure, performing routine maintenance, and providing adjustments for normal wear on the PANalytical ZETIUM WDXRF Spectrometer.

• Provide all labor, tools, equipment, test equipment, material, parts, quality control, transportation, and inspection manuals for annual Preventive Maintenance (PM).

• Perform two (2) PMs per year on each listed equipment item.

• Services include:

  • 48-hour on-site response time during normal business hours.
  • Unlimited emergency calls.
  • Unlimited labor and travel when phone support fails to resolve an instrument problem.
  • Phone technical support.

• Specific PM tasks include:

  • Cleaning the instrument
  • Topping the cooling water system
  • Replacing vacuum pump oil
  • Maintaining detector gas flow and helium flush gas systems
  • Greasing loading cap unit
  • Replacing suction filters
  • Cleaning vacuum pump membranes
  • Cleaning dust removal device
  • Cleaning/replacing x-ray tube integrated filter
  • Checking CPU battery
  • Flow detector PHD check
  • Changing primary water filter
  • Replacing O-ring between x-ray tube and optical path
  • Scintillation detector check, duplex detector check, and x-ray safety checks.
  • Checking mechanical movement times.
  • Quantifying goniometer precision and accuracy.

• Perform all PMs in accordance with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications.

• Provide a copy of the PM schedule to the Government Point of Contact (GPOC) within 10 business days after contract award.

• Notify the GPOC 7 business days prior to each scheduled PM visit.

• Upon occurrence of equipment malfunction, technician shall arrive on site within 2 business days (or 5 if overseas).

• Provide a written Estimate Repair Report to the GPOC within 1 business day after inspection completion.

• Provide a draft, written Service Report to the SME immediately upon maintenance completion.

• Provide a final service report within 5 business days to the GPOC.

• Contract period: One (1) Base Year with two (2) Option Years.

• Location: Oklahoma City–Air Logistics Complex (OC-ALC) at Tinker AFB.

• Work hours: Monday through Friday, 6:30a – 2:30p (excluding Federal Holidays, base closures).

• Contractor must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, instructions, and requirements regarding environmental protection and occupational safety and health.

• Compliance with Tinker AFB Supplement to Air Force Manual (DAFMAN) 32-7002, “Environmental Compliance and Pollution Prevention”, and other related procedures.

• Handling of Hazardous Material (HAZMAT) and Hazardous Waste (HAZWASTE) according to specified procedures, including certification if none will be used or generated.

• Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and labeling requirements for chemicals.

• Spill reporting procedures.

• Environmental training requirements (RCRA, etc.).

• Compliance with security and OPSEC briefings.

• Foreign Object Damage (FOD) and Dropped Object Prevention training and certification.

• Tool control and accountability.

• Compliance with regulations for Privately Owned Vehicles (POV).

• Visitors Pass procedures.

• Foreign National procedures.

• ISO 50001 Energy Management System training.

• Safety and Health Plan submission.

• Combating Trafficking in Persons policy adherence.

• Emergency procedures.

• General training requirements including FOD/DOP, Fire Safety, Environmental Accountability, Human Factors, EMS, ISO 50001, Records Management, and CUI training.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "REGISTER OF WAGE DETERMINATIONS UNDER THE SERVICE CONTRACT ACT" issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division. It provides the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations in a specific geographic area (Oklahoma Counties of Canadian, Cleveland, Grady, Lincoln, Logan, McClain, Oklahoma).

• Lists numerous occupations categorized by general occupational groups (e.g., Administrative Support and Clerical Occupations, Automotive Service Occupations, Health Occupations, Information Technology Occupations).
• For each occupation, it specifies a minimum hourly wage rate.
• Indicates that "Fringe Benefits Required Follow the Occupational Listing."
• Includes notes on Executive Orders related to Paid Sick Leave (EO 13706) and minimum wage rates (EO 13658), outlining specific requirements and rates for contractors.
• Details provisions for Vacation, Holidays, Hazardous Pay Differential, and Uniform Allowance.
• Outlines the "Conformance Process" for classifying and determining wage rates for occupations not explicitly listed.

This document is crucial for bidders responding to solicitations that are subject to the Service Contract Act. It establishes the minimum wage and fringe benefit requirements for all service employees working on the contract. Bidders must incorporate these wage determinations into their cost proposals to ensure compliance with federal labor laws. Failure to adhere to these rates can lead to contract violations and penalties. The document helps bidders accurately estimate labor costs and understand their obligations regarding employee compensation and benefits.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "CONTRACT SAFETY APPENDIX C 'LOW RISK'", outlines the safety requirements for the "Service Contract for The Zetium WDXRF" at B3001, 2K-63. It details the safety expectations and responsibilities for the contractor.

• Commander's Safety Intent: Emphasizes personal responsibility for safety and hazard identification/reporting.
• Speak Out for Safety (SOS): Encourages active participation in ensuring each other's safety and intervening in unsafe acts.
• Mishap Notification: Requires prompt verbal and written notification (within one hour) to the COR for any mishap, including specific details about the incident, cause, personnel involved, and corrective actions.
• General Safety Requirements: Mandates contractor compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including OSHA. Requires contractors to ensure personnel are trained, identify and correct unsafe conditions, and report hazardous conditions caused by external factors. The contractor is solely responsible for compliance, not the Government.
• Specific Requirements: Outlines the need for a contractor safety program that defines procedures, personnel qualifications, facilities, and equipment. It references various standards and instructions, including OSHA, Air Force, and Fire Prevention regulations.
• Safety Plan: Requires the contractor to develop and submit a written site-specific safety plan within 10 days of contract award. This plan must include an activity hazard analysis, designation of responsible personnel, a description of how safety duties will be performed (including pre-work reviews, training, and compliance checks), and daily records of quality control activities for safety performance. It also requires an audit program for subcontractors.

This appendix is crucial for bidders to understand the safety obligations and requirements associated with the contract. It highlights the importance of a robust safety program, adherence to regulations, prompt reporting of incidents, and the development of a comprehensive safety plan. Bidders must consider these safety requirements when developing their proposals and estimating costs.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, titled "Appendix A Equipment List," provides a detailed inventory of equipment associated with the opportunity. It serves as a reference for understanding the existing or required equipment.

• Unique ID/Equipment ID: A unique identifier for each piece of equipment.
• Description: A brief description of the equipment, such as "Sequential Wavelength Dispersive X-ray Fluorescence Spectrometer."
• Manufacturer: The manufacturer of the equipment (e.g., Malvern PANalytical).
• NSN, Model No., Part No., Serial No.: Specific technical identifiers for the equipment.
• Location: The location where the equipment is situated.
• POC: Name/Phone: Contact information for the point of contact related to the equipment.

This attachment is crucial for bidders to understand the equipment context of the opportunity. It may inform requirements for maintenance, operation, or integration of specific equipment. Bidders should review this list to assess their capabilities and any potential impact on their proposed approach. A note indicates that if equipment is battery-equipped, further details are to be found under a "batteries tab" (not provided in this document).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services, specifically for the PANalytical ZETIUM WDRF Spectrometer PM. The Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC/PZIMB) at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma, intends to award a Sole Source, Firm Fixed-Price contract for this acquisition. The contract will include one base year and two option years.

• Acquisition of the PANalytical ZETIUM WDRF Spectrometer PM.

• Performance Work Statement (PWS) details are provided in an attachment.

• Preventive Maintenance 4 Star Service Plan for the spectrometer is included for Option Year 1 and Option Year 2.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price.

• Period of Performance: Base year (29 Jan 2026 - 28 Jan 2027), Option Year 1 (29 Jan 2027 - 28 Jan 2028), Option Year 2 (28 Jan 2028 - 29 Jan 2029).

• Estimated Value: $34.0M (Size Standard).

• Quotations are due by 23 January 2026, 3:00 PM, Tinker AFB OK Central Standard Time (CST).

• Emailed quotations are preferred.

• Award will be made to the technically acceptable vendor with the lowest evaluated price.

• Evaluation will be conducted under FAR Part 12 (Commercial Items) and FAR Part 13 (Simplified Acquisition Procedures).

• Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection procedures will be utilized.

• Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Sole Source acquisition.

• 100% Small Business Set Aside is indicated, but the acquisition is also designated as Sole Source.

• Vendors must be authorized to perform repairs on the proprietary equipment.

• The solicitation is being issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ) under FAR Part 13.

• Vendors must "wet" sign, date, and fill in the pricing and proposed delivery date on page 2, and complete the Unit Pricing on page 3.

• Vendors must complete representations and certifications electronically in SAM or on the provided forms.

• Delivery to Tinker AFB requires adherence to specific gate entry and delivery instructions.

• Contractor ID badge requirements are outlined.