Pipette calibration, maintenance, and repair services in a Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) environment.
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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 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is soliciting quotes for Pipette Calibration, Maintenance, and Repair Services in a Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) environment. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity, seeking a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract. Quotes are due by May 27, 2026, at 11:59 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide on-site calibration, service, and repair for various types of pipettes, repeaters, and motorized pipette controllers. Key requirements include:
- Calibration and Repair: Services for 1218 Manual Single Channel, 182 Electric Single Channel, 443 Manual Multichannel, 147 Electric Multichannel Pipettes, 82 Repeaters, and 63 Motorized Pipette Controllers.
- On-site Visits: Four (4) annual on-site visits, typically in January, February, July, and August.
- Standards Compliance: Calibrations must comply with ISO 17025 and meet ANSI/NCSL Z540.3-2016 or ISO 8655 standards.
- Deliverables: Certificates of calibration (PDF via email) and Site Visit Summary reports (PDF via email within 5 days of visit).
Contract & Timeline
- Solicitation Number: 75D301-26-Q-78959
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), severable services
- Period of Performance: June 25, 2026, to June 24, 2031 (Base year plus four option years)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 811210 – Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance
- Quotes Due: May 27, 2026, 11:59 PM EST
- Published Date: May 15, 2026
Evaluation
Offers will be evaluated based on the following factors, in order of importance:
- Technical Capability
- Management and Staffing
- Past Performance
Non-price factors are more important than price, but price becomes more significant as proposals become more equal.
Eligibility / Vendor Qualifications
- This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.
- Vendors must possess ISO 17025 Certification by an ANSI or ILAC member organization (e.g., ANAB certification) and comply with ANSI/NCSL Z540.3-2016 or ISO 8655.
Submission Details
- Method: Electronic submission via email to Ada Torres Vega at cbp0@cdc.gov. Telephonic quotes will not be accepted.
- Contact: Ada Torres Vega, Contract Specialist, cbp0@cdc.gov.
Additional Notes
The Government will provide pipettes, repeaters, motorized pipette controllers, and clean/safe laboratory space. Transportation costs for on-site services must be included in the Contractor's price.