J--preventative maintenance service contract
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 U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), under the Department of the Interior, has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a preventative maintenance service contract for a specific Coulter LS 13.320 XR laser diffraction particle size analyzer (serial number B9810024J002). This is a Firm, Fixed Price contract. Quotes are due by April 24, 2026, at 1700 PD.
Scope of Work
This opportunity seeks comprehensive preventative maintenance services for a Coulter LS 13.320 XR laser diffraction particle size analyzer, serial number B9810024J002. Key requirements include:
- Annual preventive maintenance visits, including cleaning, checks, and replacement of wear parts per Beckman's procedures.
- Performance verification/qualification (IQ/OQ or routine verification with control standards).
- 100% coverage for parts, labor, and travel.
- Priority technical support via phone, email, or remote access.
- Access to recommended software and firmware updates.
- Provision of documentation to support GMP/21 CFR Part 11 environments, such as service reports, calibration certificates, and audit-ready records.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm, Fixed Price Request for Quotation (RFQ).
- Period of Performance: A base year from May 1, 2026, to April 30, 2027, with two additional option years.
- Set-Aside: Full and open competition.
- NAICS Code: 541990 (Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance), with a size standard of $34M.
- Submission Deadline: April 24, 2026, at 1700 PD.
- Questions Deadline: April 20, 2026, at 1700 PD.
- Published Date: Original solicitation published April 15, 2026; Amendment 0001 published April 21, 2026.
Evaluation
Award will be made to the offeror providing the lowest price technically acceptable quote.
Additional Notes
Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and provide their Unique Entity Identification (UEI) number with their quote. Payment requests will be processed electronically through the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform System (IPP). This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses effective through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2026-01. Interested parties are responsible for checking for any further amendments. Contact: Tracy Huot (thuot@usgs.gov, 916-278-9330).